Ionia County Health Data

Ionia County, Michigan

Health Score

78/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.8%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

25

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

163

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Ionia County, Michigan

Ionia exceeds national life expectancy

Ionia County residents enjoy a life expectancy of 77.5 years, outpacing the U.S. average of 78.9 years by a respectable margin. However, the county's 16.3% poor or fair health rate slightly exceeds the national average of 15%, signaling pockets of health challenges despite the longevity advantage.

One of Michigan's healthier counties

At 77.5 years, Ionia County's life expectancy tops Michigan's state average of 76.3 years by 1.2 years, placing it in the upper quartile of the state's 83 counties for health outcomes.

Outshines nearby rural counties

Ionia County's 77.5-year life expectancy significantly exceeds Iosco County (73.5 years) and Kalkaska County (74.7 years), though it falls short of Kalamazoo County's 77.1 years. The county's provider network is sparse, with only 25 primary care doctors per 100,000 residents—among the lowest in the region.

Good insurance, challenging provider access

Ionia County matches Michigan's 5.8% uninsured rate, keeping most residents covered, but sparse primary care—just 25 providers per 100,000—means residents may travel significant distances for routine care. Mental health support is similarly limited at 163 providers per 100,000, well below county and state averages.

Secure your health insurance now

With 94.2% of Ionia County insured, the remaining uninsured have clear paths forward. Check healthcare.gov or contact your local health department for Medicaid eligibility, community health centers, and sliding-scale clinics available throughout the county.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Ionia County, MI?
Ionia County has a health score of 78/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #22 out of 83 counties in Michigan (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 Ionia County?
Life expectancy in Ionia County is 77.5 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Ionia County above the state average.
How does Ionia County health compare to the Michigan average?
Ionia County's health score of 78/100 is above the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 77.5 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 5.8% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Ionia County?
Key health factors for Ionia County include: life expectancy (77.5 years), uninsured rate (5.8%), and primary care physician access (25:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 163:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Ionia County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 78/100 ("Excellent"), Ionia County is one of the healthier counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.5 years. 5.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Ionia County healthier than the Michigan average?
Ionia County's health score of 78/100 exceeds the Michigan average of 69/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Ionia County has better primary care access (25:1 ratio) than the state average (58:1).

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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.