Arenac County Health Data

Arenac County, Michigan

Health Score

58/100

Average

Life Expectancy

73.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.9 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

192

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Arenac County, Michigan

Significant life expectancy gap

Arenac residents live to only 73.9 years—6.2 years shorter than the U.S. average of 80.1 years. With 18.2% reporting poor or fair health, the county faces one of Michigan's most challenging health profiles.

Lowest life expectancy in state

At 73.9 years, Arenac's life expectancy trails Michigan's state average of 76.3 years by 2.4 years, placing it among the state's lowest. The county ranks in the bottom tier of Michigan's 83 counties for longevity.

Significantly behind peer counties

Arenac's 73.9-year life expectancy lags all nearby counties, including Alcona (75.1 years), Baraga (74.9 years), and Alpena (77.0 years). The county faces cumulative health disparities requiring targeted intervention.

Limited primary care and coverage

Arenac has only 40 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—well below the national standard of 75 per 100,000. With 6.5% uninsured and 192 mental health providers per 100,000, the county struggles with primary care access despite mental health capacity.

Healthcare access is critical now

With Arenac facing the state's lowest life expectancy, ensuring coverage is urgent; uninsured residents delay preventive care that could save lives. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE today to explore affordable plans and subsidies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Arenac County, MI?
Arenac County has a health score of 58/100, rated "Average." It ranks #64 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 Arenac County?
Life expectancy in Arenac County is 73.9 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Arenac County below the state average.
How does Arenac County health compare to the Michigan average?
Arenac County's health score of 58/100 is below the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 73.9 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 6.5% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Arenac County?
Key health factors for Arenac County include: life expectancy (73.9 years), uninsured rate (6.5%), and primary care physician access (40:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 192:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Arenac County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 58/100 ("Average"), Arenac County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.9 years. 6.5% 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 Arenac County?
Arenac County's health score of 58/100 is below the Michigan average of 69/100. 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.