Cheboygan County Health Data

Cheboygan County, Michigan

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

61/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.4 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

54

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

142

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.4%

State avg 16.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

42.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 54.4 per 100K

Dentists

3.9

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

23.3

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Cheboygan County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCheboyganState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.0%38.0%37.6%3.0 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.2%10.1%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure32.7%32.5%33.5%near state average
Depression29.3%28.4%24.1%0.9 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCheboyganState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.5%16.5%16.3%1.0 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking18.4%18.4%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity24.1%24.5%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCheboyganState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.4%77.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)67.0%66.2%57.3%0.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.2%75.0%73.3%2.8 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCheboyganState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.0%19.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration34.0%34.8%37.3%0.8 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Cheboygan County nationally on obesity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Cheboygan County Uninsured Rate Higher Than Michigan Average

Health data brief for Cheboygan County, Michigan.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

Cheboygan County has an uninsured rate of 7.5%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 6.4% but lower than the national average of 10%. The life expectancy in the county is 75.4 years, compared to a state average of 76.3 years and a national average of 77 years. Clinical data shows there are 54 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 142 per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 250. Additionally, 17.4% of adults in Cheboygan County report being in poor or fair health, slightly higher than the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Cheboygan County, Michigan

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Cheboygan County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cheboygan County, MI?
Cheboygan County has a health score of 61/100, rated "Average." It ranks #58 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 Cheboygan County?
Life expectancy in Cheboygan County is 75.4 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Cheboygan County below the state average.
How does Cheboygan County health compare to the Michigan average?
Cheboygan County's health score of 61/100 is below the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 75.4 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 7.5% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Cheboygan County?
Key health factors for Cheboygan County include: life expectancy (75.4 years), uninsured rate (7.5%), and primary care physician access (54:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 142:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cheboygan County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 61/100 ("Average"), Cheboygan County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.4 years. 7.5% 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 Cheboygan County?
Cheboygan County's health score of 61/100 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.