Berrien County Health Data
Berrien County, Michigan
Health Score
66/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.0 yr
State avg 76.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
State avg 6.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
80
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
317
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Berrien County, Michigan
Berrien's health outcomes near national average
Berrien County's life expectancy of 76.0 years aligns closely with Michigan's average of 76.3 years but falls 2.9 years short of the U.S. average of 78.9 years. One in six residents (17.1%) report poor or fair health, slightly exceeding the national average of 15% and signaling elevated chronic disease burden.
Berrien's health mirrors state benchmarks
At 76.0 years, Berrien County's life expectancy sits just below Michigan's average of 76.3 years, placing it in Michigan's middle tier. The county's 6.9% uninsured rate edges above the state average of 6.4%, indicating slightly higher rates of health coverage gaps.
Berrien outshines southern Michigan peers
Berrien's 76.0-year life expectancy surpasses Branch (76.1 years measured, but higher poor/fair rate) and Cass (76.1 years), with strong primary care capacity. At 80 primary care providers per 100K, Berrien leads most neighbors and ranks among Michigan's best-resourced counties for family medicine.
Strong provider network across specialties
Berrien County boasts 80 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the highest in this region—and 317 mental health providers per 100K, ensuring accessible preventive and behavioral care. The robust network supports comprehensive care for chronic diseases and emerging health needs.
Secure coverage for your family
Berrien's 6.9% uninsured rate means nearly 7,000 residents lack reliable health insurance. Visit healthcare.gov or contact Berrien Community Health Centers to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, and free preventive screenings.
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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.