Monroe County Health Data

Monroe County, Iowa

Health Score

76/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

75.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.3 yr

State avg 77.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.8%

State avg 5.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

53

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Monroe County, Iowa

Monroe County trails national health standards

At 75.3 years, Monroe County residents live 2.4 years below the U.S. average of 77.7 years, indicating a longevity gap. The 15.0% poor/fair health rate is relatively better, suggesting that while lifespan is shorter, many residents maintain manageable health status.

Below Iowa average, but fair health rate

Monroe County's 75.3-year life expectancy falls 2.4 years short of Iowa's 77.7-year state average, placing it among the state's lower-performing counties. However, the 15.0% poor/fair health rate is the strongest among the profiled counties, indicating relatively good population health perception.

Mid-tier longevity in region

Monroe County's 75.3-year life expectancy ranks second-lowest in the region, ahead of Monona (75.0) but behind Mills (76.4) and Mitchell (79.3). The 15.0% poor/fair health rate is the best in the group, suggesting efficient local health management despite lower overall lifespan.

Solid coverage, moderate care access

Monroe County's 4.8% uninsured rate beats the Iowa average of 5.7%, meaning most residents have insurance pathways to care. The county provides 53 primary care providers and 40 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, offering baseline access though mental health capacity is tighter than peer counties.

Strengthen your health safety net

At 4.8% uninsured, Monroe County has strong coverage, but individual gaps persist. Visit healthcare.gov or contact your county health department to verify your coverage and access the county's 53 primary care providers per 100,000 residents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Monroe County, IA?
Monroe County has a health score of 76/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #60 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 Monroe County?
Life expectancy in Monroe County is 75.3 years. The Iowa state average is 77.7 years, making Monroe County below the state average.
How does Monroe County health compare to the Iowa average?
Monroe County's health score of 76/100 is below the Iowa average of 78/100. Life expectancy is 75.3 years vs. the state average of 77.7 years. The uninsured rate is 4.8% vs. 5.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Monroe County?
Key health factors for Monroe County include: life expectancy (75.3 years), uninsured rate (4.8%), and primary care physician access (53:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 40:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Monroe County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 76/100 ("Excellent"), Monroe County is one of the healthier counties in Iowa. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.3 years. 4.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Monroe County?
Monroe County's health score of 76/100 is below the Iowa average of 78/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.