Linn County Health Data

Linn County, Oregon

Health Score

58/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.9%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

59

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

264

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Linn County, Oregon

Valley county matches national trends

Linn County residents live to 75.9 years, about 3.4 years shorter than the U.S. average of 79.3 years. Only 18.5% report poor or fair health—Oregon's best rate in this group and better than the national average of 21%. Linn County shows strong health management despite modest life expectancy gains.

Lower disease burden than average

Linn County's 75.9-year life expectancy is 1.1 years below Oregon's 77.0-year average, placing it in the middle tier of state performers. Its 18.5% poor/fair health rate is the best among Oregon's eight counties shown here and below the state average, indicating effective chronic disease prevention. Linn County punches above its weight on health management.

Best health status, solid access

Linn County's 75.9-year life expectancy falls below Marion County (77.5 years) and Lane County (77.1 years) but exceeds all southern Oregon peers. Its 18.5% poor/fair health rate is the lowest in this group, and its 7.9% uninsured rate ties the state's best. Primary care providers number 59 per 100,000, and mental health services are limited at 264 per 100,000.

Strong insurance, lean mental health

Linn County's 7.9% uninsured rate matches Oregon's best, meaning strong insurance enrollment supports preventive care access. Primary care infrastructure at 59 per 100,000 is modest but workable for the valley location. Mental health provider access lags significantly at just 264 per 100,000, making behavioral health services harder to locate than medical care.

Keep coverage strong in Linn

Linn County's exceptional health status rates—18.5% poor/fair health is Oregon's best—reflect consistent insurance coverage and health-conscious residents. Visit healthcare.gov or Oregon's marketplace to renew coverage and explore any new subsidy opportunities. Staying insured helps Linn County maintain its health management edge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Linn County, OR?
Linn County has a health score of 58/100, rated "Average." It ranks #20 out of 36 counties in Oregon (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 Linn County?
Life expectancy in Linn County is 75.9 years. The Oregon state average is 77.0 years, making Linn County below the state average.
How does Linn County health compare to the Oregon average?
Linn County's health score of 58/100 is below the Oregon average of 61/100. Life expectancy is 75.9 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 7.9% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Linn County?
Key health factors for Linn County include: life expectancy (75.9 years), uninsured rate (7.9%), and primary care physician access (59:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 264:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Linn County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 58/100 ("Average"), Linn County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Oregon. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.9 years. 7.9% 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 Linn County?
Linn County's health score of 58/100 is below the Oregon average of 61/100. 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.