Iosco County Health Data

Iosco County, Michigan

Health Score

55/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.4%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

32

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

217

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Iosco County, Michigan

Iosco significantly behind on life expectancy

Iosco County residents live to just 73.5 years on average—5.4 years below the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 18.8% poor or fair health rate is 3.8 percentage points higher than the national average, marking serious health challenges across the county.

Lowest life expectancy in the state

Iosco County's 73.5-year life expectancy trails Michigan's state average of 76.3 years by 2.8 years, placing it among the lowest-performing counties statewide. This gap suggests systemic health disparities requiring targeted intervention.

Struggling more than rural peers

Iosco County's life expectancy lags all eight comparison counties, with only Iosco and Iosco at the bottom. The county's 18.8% poor/fair health rate ties with Isabella County as among the worst in the region.

Uninsured and underserved

Iosco County's 6.4% uninsured rate matches Michigan's average, but those without insurance face an additional barrier: only 32 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, one of the lowest ratios in the region. Mental health access is similarly strained at 217 providers per 100,000.

Coverage is the first step forward

If you're among Iosco County's uninsured, enrolling in coverage is urgent and achievable. Visit healthcare.gov today or call 1-800-MEDICARE to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, or federal subsidies—and take the first step toward better health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Iosco County, MI?
Iosco County has a health score of 55/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #74 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 Iosco County?
Life expectancy in Iosco County is 73.5 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Iosco County below the state average.
How does Iosco County health compare to the Michigan average?
Iosco County's health score of 55/100 is below the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 73.5 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 6.4% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Iosco County?
Key health factors for Iosco County include: life expectancy (73.5 years), uninsured rate (6.4%), and primary care physician access (32:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 217:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Iosco County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 55/100 ("Below Average"), Iosco County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.5 years. 6.4% 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 Iosco County?
Iosco County's health score of 55/100 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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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.