Gladwin County Health Data
Gladwin County, Michigan
Health Score
57/100
Average
Life Expectancy
74.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.0 yr
State avg 76.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
State avg 6.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
16
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
151
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Gladwin County, Michigan
Gladwin's health at national crossroads
Life expectancy in Gladwin County reaches 74.0 years, roughly 4.9 years below the U.S. average of 78.9. With 16.8% of residents in poor or fair health—well above the national 12% benchmark—Gladwin faces significant health challenges.
Gladwin ranks in lower third statewide
At 74.0 years, Gladwin's life expectancy falls below Michigan's 76.3-year state average, placing it among the weaker-performing counties. The county's 7.7% uninsured rate also exceeds Michigan's 6.4% average, adding financial barriers to healthcare access.
Struggling compared to surrounding areas
Gladwin's 74.0-year life expectancy trails most neighboring counties, including Genesee (73.1), Gratiot (75.5), and Saginaw County. The county's primary care provider shortage—just 16 per 100,000—is among the state's lowest, creating access challenges.
Provider shortages hamper daily care
With only 16 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Gladwin residents face significant travel or wait times for basic care. Mental health support is limited too at 151 providers per 100,000, and a 7.7% uninsured rate means many forgo preventive care entirely.
Close the coverage gap in Gladwin
Gladwin's higher-than-average uninsured rate means more neighbors struggle to afford care. Visit healthcare.gov or contact Michigan's Medicaid office to explore coverage options—many qualify for low-cost or free plans.
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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.