Lyon County Health Data
Lyon County, Iowa
Health Score
92/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
82.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
82.5 yr
State avg 77.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
State avg 5.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
33
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
16
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Lyon County, Iowa
Lyon County: Iowa's longevity leader
Lyon County residents live to 82.5 years—a remarkable 6.1 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years and 4.8 years above Iowa's state average. Just 13.8% report poor or fair health, nearly matching the national rate of 16.8%. Lyon County stands as one of Iowa's healthiest communities by virtually any measure.
State's highest life expectancy
At 82.5 years, Lyon County has the longest life expectancy in Iowa, surpassing the state average of 77.7 by nearly five years. The county's 13.8% poor/fair health rate ranks among Iowa's best. Lyon residents enjoy significantly better health outcomes than typical Iowans.
Modest providers, excellent outcomes
Lyon County has 33 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and just 16 mental health providers per 100,000—fewer than most neighbors. Despite this leaner provider network, the county achieves the state's best life expectancy, suggesting strong community health fundamentals, lifestyle factors, or population composition drive superior outcomes. Access alone doesn't explain Lyon's success.
Nearly universal coverage
At 5.8% uninsured, Lyon County roughly matches Iowa's 5.7% average and substantially beats the national 10.9% rate. With 33 primary care providers per 100,000, residents can typically find a doctor locally. Lyon County's combination of near-universal coverage and solid access supports its exceptional longevity.
Maintaining Lyon's health advantage
Even in Iowa's healthiest county, about 1 in 17 residents lack coverage. Check Healthcare.gov annually to ensure you have the best plan for your needs. Preventive care and staying covered are key habits that help Lyon County maintain its national longevity leadership.
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Data Sources
Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.
Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.