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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Lyon County, IA?
Lyon County has a health score of 92/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #8 out of 99 counties in Iowa (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Lyon County?
Life expectancy in Lyon County is 82.5 years. The Iowa state average is 77.7 years, making Lyon County above the state average.
How does Lyon County health compare to the Iowa average?
Lyon County's health score of 92/100 is above the Iowa average of 78/100. Life expectancy is 82.5 years vs. the state average of 77.7 years. The uninsured rate is 5.8% vs. 5.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Lyon County?
Key health factors for Lyon County include: life expectancy (82.5 years), uninsured rate (5.8%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 16:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lyon County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 92/100 ("Excellent"), Lyon County is one of the healthier counties in Iowa. Residents have a life expectancy of 82.5 years. 5.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Lyon County healthier than the Iowa average?
Lyon County's health score of 92/100 exceeds the Iowa average of 78/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Lyon County has better primary care access (33:1 ratio) than the state average (54:1).

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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.