Madison County Health Data

Madison County, Iowa

Health Score

94/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

State avg 77.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.6%

State avg 5.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

54

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

71

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Madison County, Iowa

Madison County exceeds health benchmarks

At 78.8 years, Madison County residents live 2.4 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Just 11.7% report poor or fair health, well below the national average of 16.8%. Madison County consistently outperforms national health metrics across multiple indicators.

Healthiest county in Iowa

Madison County's 78.8-year life expectancy ranks second only to Lyon County within Iowa, exceeding the state average of 77.7 by more than a year. The county's 11.7% poor/fair health rate is the lowest in Iowa. Madison County achieves some of the best health outcomes in the state.

Balanced provider network

Madison County has 54 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 71 mental health providers per 100,000—solid numbers that exceed many rural neighbors. This moderate but adequate provider base supports the county's strong health outcomes. Access appears well-matched to population needs.

Coverage and access aligned well

At 4.6% uninsured, Madison County beats both Iowa's 5.7% and the national 10.9% averages—reflecting strong employment and income levels. With 54 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, most Madison residents access care easily. This combination of universal coverage and adequate providers enables excellent health outcomes.

Keep Madison's momentum going

Madison County's nearly universal coverage is a strength, but staying covered requires attention during life changes. Visit Healthcare.gov during open enrollment to review your plan, or contact Madison County Social Services about Medicaid eligibility. Continuous coverage helps catch health problems early.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Madison County, IA?
Madison County has a health score of 94/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #5 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 Madison County?
Life expectancy in Madison County is 78.8 years. The Iowa state average is 77.7 years, making Madison County above the state average.
How does Madison County health compare to the Iowa average?
Madison County's health score of 94/100 is above the Iowa average of 78/100. Life expectancy is 78.8 years vs. the state average of 77.7 years. The uninsured rate is 4.6% vs. 5.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Madison County?
Key health factors for Madison County include: life expectancy (78.8 years), uninsured rate (4.6%), and primary care physician access (54:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 71:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Madison County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 94/100 ("Excellent"), Madison County is one of the healthier counties in Iowa. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.8 years. 4.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Madison County healthier than the Iowa average?
Madison County's health score of 94/100 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. Madison County has better primary care access (54:1 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.