Lake County Health Data

Lake County, Michigan

Health Score

47/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.5 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

8

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

94

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Lake County, Michigan

Lake County health outcomes trail nation

Lake County residents face significant health challenges, with life expectancy of just 75.5 years—nearly one year below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. At 23.0%, the poor/fair health rate is the highest among these counties and substantially worse than the national average.

Struggles below Michigan average

Lake County's 75.5-year life expectancy falls well below Michigan's 76.3-year state average, signaling a county health crisis. With 23.0% reporting poor or fair health—the worst in this cohort—Lake County residents face disproportionate chronic disease burden.

Most vulnerable in regional comparison

Lake County's 75.5-year life expectancy is the lowest among all eight counties analyzed, trailing Luce County (76.3 years) and substantially behind Leelanau County (80.9 years). Most alarming: just 8 primary care providers per 100,000 residents creates a healthcare desert that rivals the nation's most medically underserved areas.

Uninsured and underserved

Lake County's 7.6% uninsured rate exceeds Michigan's 6.4% average, leaving roughly 1 in 13 residents without coverage. With only 8 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 94 mental health providers per 100,000, the county struggles with primary care access while attempting to address behavioral health.

Help is available in Lake County

With 7.6% uninsured and acute primary care shortages, accessing coverage is critical for Lake County residents. Call 211 Michigan, visit Healthcare.gov, or contact the Lake County Health Department for emergency Medicaid, community health center locations, and financial assistance programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Lake County, MI?
Lake County has a health score of 47/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #82 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 Lake County?
Life expectancy in Lake County is 75.5 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Lake County below the state average.
How does Lake County health compare to the Michigan average?
Lake County's health score of 47/100 is below the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 75.5 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Lake County?
Key health factors for Lake County include: life expectancy (75.5 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (8:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 94:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lake County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 47/100 ("Below Average"), Lake County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.5 years. 7.6% 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 Lake County?
Lake County's health score of 47/100 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.