Antrim County Health Data

Antrim County, Michigan

Health Score

86/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

67

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

62

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Antrim County, Michigan

Life expectancy significantly above national

Antrim residents live to 78.8 years, exceeding the U.S. average of 80.1 years and demonstrating excellent longevity. Only 12.6% report poor or fair health—among the lowest rates nationally.

Top-tier Michigan health outcomes

Antrim's 78.8-year life expectancy far exceeds Michigan's state average of 76.3 years, placing it among the state's healthiest counties. The 12.6% poor/fair health rate is notably below the state average.

Healthiest in the regional peer group

Antrim's 78.8-year life expectancy leads nearby Alger County (78.9 years, nearly equal) and substantially exceeds Alcona County (75.1 years). Its strong health profile reflects excellent community wellness across the region.

Strong access to primary care

Antrim provides 67 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, approaching the national benchmark of 75 per 100,000. With only 6.8% uninsured and 62 mental health providers per 100,000, the county supports solid foundational healthcare access.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Antrim County, MI?
Antrim County has a health score of 86/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #12 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 Antrim County?
Life expectancy in Antrim County is 78.8 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Antrim County above the state average.
How does Antrim County health compare to the Michigan average?
Antrim County's health score of 86/100 is above the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 78.8 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 6.8% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Antrim County?
Key health factors for Antrim County include: life expectancy (78.8 years), uninsured rate (6.8%), and primary care physician access (67:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 62:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Antrim County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 86/100 ("Excellent"), Antrim County is one of the healthier counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.8 years. 6.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Antrim County healthier than the Michigan average?
Antrim County's health score of 86/100 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.

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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.