Genesee County Health Data
Genesee County, Michigan
Health Score
65/100
Average
Life Expectancy
73.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.1 yr
State avg 76.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.2%
State avg 6.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
83
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
365
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Genesee County, Michigan
Genesee lags on life expectancy
At 73.1 years, Genesee County residents live nearly 6 years shorter than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 16.2% poor or fair health rate exceeds the national average of 12%, suggesting underlying health challenges that warrant attention.
Below Michigan's health average
Genesee ranks below Michigan's state life expectancy of 76.3 years, placing it in the lower third of Michigan counties. However, the county's 5.2% uninsured rate beats the state average of 6.4%, showing relatively good insurance coverage despite health outcome challenges.
Mixed health picture with neighbors
Genesee's 73.1-year life expectancy trails Gratiot County (75.5 years) and Saginaw County neighbors, though it matches Lapeer's outcomes. The county does have 83 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, comparable to better-performing adjacent counties.
Healthcare access: the bright spot
Genesee's 365 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—among Michigan's highest—suggest solid mental healthcare infrastructure. With 83 primary care providers per 100,000 and just 5.2% uninsured, access barriers appear manageable, though underlying health disparities persist.
Keep coverage strong in Genesee
Though Genesee's uninsured rate is lower than state average, 5.2% of residents still lack coverage. Explore Michigan's healthcare marketplace at healthcare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE to ensure you and your family stay protected.
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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.