Iberia Parish Health Data

Iberia Parish, Louisiana

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

28/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.7 yr

State avg 72.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.6%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

160

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

25.2%

State avg 24.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

37.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 46.4 per 100K

Dentists

13.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

11.6

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 Iberia Parish differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureIberia ParishState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity42.4%42.2%37.6%near state average
Diabetes14.7%14.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure40.9%41.2%33.5%near state average
Depression28.6%27.7%24.1%0.9 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureIberia ParishState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking20.7%20.1%16.3%0.6 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking16.4%17.9%17.8%1.5 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity34.2%32.7%27.0%1.5 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureIberia ParishState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup81.3%80.0%74.9%1.3 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)52.1%53.1%57.3%1.0 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)78.0%77.1%73.3%0.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureIberia ParishState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress21.7%21.2%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration40.9%41.8%37.3%0.9 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Iberia Parish nationally on binge drinking.

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

Data Story

Iberia Parish Adults Report Poor Health Above National Levels

Health data brief for Iberia Parish, Louisiana.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Iberia Parish, 25.2% of adults report being in poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. The parish’s life expectancy is 71.7 years, shorter than the Louisiana state average of 72.5 years and the national average of 77 years. Provider availability is lower than national benchmarks, with 46 primary care providers per 100,000 residents compared to a median of 70, and 160 mental health providers per 100,000 compared to a median of 250. The uninsured rate in Iberia Parish is 8.6%, which is higher than the state average of 8.1% but remains below the national average of 10%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Iberia Parish, Louisiana

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.

Iberia Medical Center

ER
2/5
(337) 364-0441
2315 E Main Street, New Iberia, LA 70560
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Iberia Parish, LA?
Iberia Parish has a health score of 28/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #46 out of 64 counties in Louisiana (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 Iberia Parish?
Life expectancy in Iberia Parish is 71.7 years. The Louisiana state average is 72.5 years, making Iberia Parish below the state average.
How does Iberia Parish health compare to the Louisiana average?
Iberia Parish's health score of 28/100 is below the Louisiana average of 36/100. Life expectancy is 71.7 years vs. the state average of 72.5 years. The uninsured rate is 8.6% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Iberia Parish?
Key health factors for Iberia Parish include: life expectancy (71.7 years), uninsured rate (8.6%), and primary care physician access (46:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 160:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Iberia Parish a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 28/100 ("Below Average"), Iberia Parish faces health challenges compared to other counties in Louisiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.7 years. 8.6% 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 Iberia Parish?
Iberia Parish's health score of 28/100 is below the Louisiana average of 36/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.