Grand Traverse County Health Data
Grand Traverse County, Michigan
Health Score
90/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
78.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.7 yr
State avg 76.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.7%
State avg 6.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
133
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
567
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Grand Traverse County, Michigan
Grand Traverse leads Michigan health
At 78.7 years, Grand Traverse County's life expectancy nearly matches the U.S. average of 78.9—a remarkable outcome. Just 12.6% of residents report poor or fair health, the lowest rate among these eight counties and below the national 12% average.
Michigan's health performance leader
Grand Traverse outpaces Michigan's 76.3-year state average by 2.4 years, ranking among the state's healthiest counties. Its 5.7% uninsured rate—the lowest among the eight—beats Michigan's 6.4% average and ensures broad healthcare access.
Far ahead of surrounding counties
Grand Traverse's 78.7-year life expectancy significantly exceeds all neighboring counties, including Houghton (77.6), Gogebic (76.6), and Manistee County. Its 12.6% poor/fair health rate stands well below regional peers, reflecting superior overall wellness.
Provider abundance fuels excellence
Grand Traverse boasts 133 primary care providers and 567 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—the highest mental health capacity among all eight counties. This robust infrastructure, combined with just 5.7% uninsured, ensures residents access preventive and mental healthcare readily.
Maintain coverage excellence
Grand Traverse's low uninsured rate reflects strong healthcare engagement, but staying covered remains essential. Review your plan annually at healthcare.gov to ensure continuous protection and access to the region's excellent healthcare network.
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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.