Keweenaw County Health Data
Keweenaw County, Michigan
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
93/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
79.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.2 yr
State avg 76.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.8%
State avg 6.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
46
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
12.8%
State avg 16.8%
National avg 19.6%
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 Keweenaw County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Keweenaw | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 34.3% | 38.0% | 37.6% | 3.7 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 10.1% | 11.2% | 1.6 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% | 32.5% | 33.5% | 2.4 pts better than state |
| Depression | 28.1% | 28.4% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Keweenaw | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 12.8% | 16.5% | 16.3% | 3.7 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% | 18.4% | 17.8% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.5% | 24.5% | 27.0% | 5.0 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Keweenaw | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 77.7% | 77.4% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 72.4% | 66.2% | 57.3% | 6.2 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 75.8% | 75.0% | 73.3% | 0.8 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Keweenaw | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 17.8% | 19.5% | 18.6% | 1.7 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 33.5% | 34.8% | 37.3% | 1.3 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Keweenaw County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Keweenaw County Mental Health Provider Ratio Below National Medians
Health data brief for Keweenaw County, Michigan.
In Keweenaw County, there are 46 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure lower than the national median of 250. No data is currently available regarding primary care provider ratios in this county. Despite the provider numbers, life expectancy stands at 79.2 years, which is higher than both the Michigan state average of 76.3 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 4.8%, lower than the state rate of 6.4% and the national average of 10%. Furthermore, 12.8% of adults report poor or fair health, compared to a national rate of 17%. These metrics describe the current state of health access and outcomes in the region. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Keweenaw 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.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Keweenaw County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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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.