Minidoka County Health Data

Minidoka County, Idaho

Health Score

40/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.0 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.2%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

27

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

49

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Minidoka County, Idaho

Minidoka's health outcomes lag national average

At 77.0 years, Minidoka County's life expectancy falls 0.5 years below the U.S. average of 77.5 years. With 21.5% reporting poor or fair health, the county faces higher wellness challenges than the nation overall.

Below-average life expectancy within Idaho

Minidoka County's 77.0-year life expectancy trails Idaho's state average of 77.5 years by half a year. At 14.2% uninsured, the county significantly exceeds the state average of 11.7%, suggesting access barriers.

Neighboring counties show better health trends

Minidoka County's 77.0-year life expectancy lags Madison County (79.1 years) by 2.1 years and Oneida County (78.6 years) by 1.6 years. Mental health provider availability is particularly sparse at 49 per 100K versus Oneida's 162 per 100K.

Limited providers, high uninsured rate strain access

Minidoka County's 14.2% uninsured rate exceeds the state average by 2.5 percentage points, with just 27 primary care providers per 100K. Mental health resources are critically thin at 49 providers per 100K, limiting care for residents seeking behavioral health support.

Minidoka residents: prioritize health insurance enrollment

At 14.2% uninsured, one in seven Minidoka County residents lacks coverage. Check healthcare.gov or contact Idaho's health insurance marketplace to find affordable plans and connect with local providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Minidoka County, ID?
Minidoka County has a health score of 40/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #37 out of 44 counties in Idaho (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 Minidoka County?
Life expectancy in Minidoka County is 77.0 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Minidoka County below the state average.
How does Minidoka County health compare to the Idaho average?
Minidoka County's health score of 40/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 77.0 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 14.2% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Minidoka County?
Key health factors for Minidoka County include: life expectancy (77.0 years), uninsured rate (14.2%), and primary care physician access (27:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 49:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Minidoka County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 40/100 ("Below Average"), Minidoka County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.0 years. 14.2% 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 Minidoka County?
Minidoka County's health score of 40/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. The uninsured rate of 14.2% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. 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.