Illinois is country’s 26th healthiest state Dec 12, 2018 | Top Stories Illinois is the 26th healthiest state in the country, according to United Health Foundation’s annual America’s Health Rankings report. That’s up a spot from 2017.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.