Webster County Health Data
Webster County, Iowa
Health Score
73/100
Average
Life Expectancy
74.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.5 yr
State avg 77.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.7%
State avg 5.7%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
43
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
337
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Webster County, Iowa
Webster's Life Expectancy Falls Short
At 74.5 years, Webster County ties Wapello for the lowest life expectancy in this cohort, falling 1.9 years below the U.S. average and 3.2 years below Iowa's state average. However, only 14.1% report poor or fair health, suggesting hidden health vulnerabilities despite decent self-perception.
Among Iowa's Shortest Lifespans
Webster County ranks among the lowest in Iowa for life expectancy, though its 14.1% poor/fair health rate is closer to state norms. The county's 5.7% uninsured rate matches the state average exactly, indicating insurance coverage is not a primary barrier.
Outpaced by Regional Peers
Webster County's 74.5-year life expectancy significantly trails nearby Winnebago County (78.8 years) and Winneshiek County (81.8 years) to the north. The county offers an exceptional 337 mental health providers per 100K—the highest among all eight counties—yet struggles with low life expectancy.
Primary Care Shortage Prominent
Webster County offers only 43 primary care providers per 100K—the lowest in this cohort—limiting access to preventive and routine medical care. Despite this shortage and poor life expectancy outcomes, the county features the strongest mental health provider network at 337 per 100K.
Strengthen Primary Care Access
Webster County's primary care shortage (43 per 100K) likely contributes to its low life expectancy; residents should prioritize establishing relationships with available providers. With the uninsured rate at state average, most have coverage—use it to schedule preventive care and address health gaps early.
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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.