Huron County Health Data

Huron County, Michigan

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

69/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.0%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

158

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.8%

State avg 16.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

54.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 57.6 per 100K

Dentists

6.4

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

12.8

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 Huron County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureHuronState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.8%38.0%37.6%0.8 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.1%10.1%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure32.4%32.5%33.5%near state average
Depression29.0%28.4%24.1%0.6 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureHuronState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.5%16.5%16.3%1.0 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking18.5%18.4%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity26.0%24.5%27.0%1.5 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureHuronState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.7%77.4%74.9%0.7 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)65.1%66.2%57.3%1.1 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.2%75.0%73.3%0.8 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureHuronState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.0%19.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration35.4%34.8%37.3%0.6 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Huron County nationally on physical inactivity.

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

Data Story

Huron County Mental Health Provider Ratio Lower Than National Median

Health data brief for Huron County, Michigan.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Huron County has a mental health provider ratio of 158 per 100,000 residents, which is considerably lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. Other provider metrics show 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, also trailing the national median of 70. Life expectancy in the county is 76.6 years, slightly exceeding the Michigan state average of 76.3 years but falling short of the national average of 77 years. The percentage of adults reporting poor or fair health is 16.8%, which is comparable to the 17% national average. Census data shows an uninsured rate of 7.0%, a figure that is higher than the Michigan state average of 6.4% but lower than the national average of 10%. These metrics summarize health resource distribution and population outcomes. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Huron 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.

Mclaren Thumb Region

ER
5/5
(989) 269-9521
1100 S Van Dyke Rd, Bad Axe, MI 48413
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Scheurer Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(989) 453-3223
170 N Caseville Rd, Pigeon, MI 48755
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Other

Harbor Beach Community Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(517) 479-3201
210 S First St, Harbor Beach, MI 48441
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Huron County, MI?
Huron County has a health score of 69/100, rated "Average." It ranks #40 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 Huron County?
Life expectancy in Huron County is 76.6 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Huron County above the state average.
How does Huron County health compare to the Michigan average?
Huron County's health score of 69/100 is above the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 76.6 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 7.0% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Huron County?
Key health factors for Huron County include: life expectancy (76.6 years), uninsured rate (7.0%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 158:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Huron County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 69/100 ("Average"), Huron County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.6 years. 7.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Huron County healthier than the Michigan average?
Huron County's health score of 69/100 exceeds the Michigan average of 69/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Huron County has better primary care access (58:1 ratio) than the state average (58:1).

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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.