Warren County Health Data

Warren County, Iowa

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

87/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

State avg 77.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.8%

State avg 5.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

62

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

29

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.3%

State avg 15.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

22.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 61.8 per 100K

Dentists

1.9

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Warren County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureWarrenState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.7%39.5%37.6%0.8 pts better than state
Diabetes8.4%9.8%11.2%1.4 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure29.0%31.1%33.5%2.1 pts better than state
Depression21.1%21.5%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureWarrenState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking12.8%16.2%16.3%3.4 pts better than state
Binge Drinking23.6%22.5%17.8%1.1 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity21.0%25.1%27.0%4.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureWarrenState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.2%75.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)67.1%65.6%57.3%1.5 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)79.7%77.4%73.3%2.3 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureWarrenState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.3%17.8%18.6%1.5 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration33.2%33.7%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Warren County nationally on physical inactivity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Warren County Records Low Percentage of Uninsured Residents

Health data brief for Warren County, Iowa.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

Warren County has an uninsured rate of 3.8%, significantly lower than the Iowa state average of 5.7% and the national average of 10%. While insurance coverage is broad compared to state norms, the county sees a mental health provider ratio of 29 per 100,000 residents, which is far below the national median of 250 per 100,000. Primary care providers are present at a rate of 62 per 100,000, slightly lower than the national median of 70. Life expectancy in Warren County is 78.4 years, exceeding both the Iowa average of 77.7 years and the national average of 77 years. Furthermore, 15.3% of the adult population reports being in poor or fair health, which is better than the national rate of 17%. These figures are compiled from the latest federal health tracking data. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Warren County, Iowa

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Warren County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Warren County, IA?
Warren County has a health score of 87/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #25 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 Warren County?
Life expectancy in Warren County is 78.4 years. The Iowa state average is 77.7 years, making Warren County above the state average.
How does Warren County health compare to the Iowa average?
Warren County's health score of 87/100 is above the Iowa average of 78/100. Life expectancy is 78.4 years vs. the state average of 77.7 years. The uninsured rate is 3.8% vs. 5.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Warren County?
Key health factors for Warren County include: life expectancy (78.4 years), uninsured rate (3.8%), and primary care physician access (62:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 29:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Warren County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 87/100 ("Excellent"), Warren County is one of the healthier counties in Iowa. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.4 years. 3.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Warren County healthier than the Iowa average?
Warren County's health score of 87/100 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.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.