Menominee County Health Data

Menominee County, Michigan

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

75/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

34

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

122

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.5%

State avg 16.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

21.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 34.3 per 100K

Dentists

21.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

25.8

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 Menominee County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMenomineeState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.9%38.0%37.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.9%10.1%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure32.7%32.5%33.5%near state average
Depression29.8%28.4%24.1%1.4 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMenomineeState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.4%16.5%16.3%0.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking19.5%18.4%17.8%1.1 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity25.0%24.5%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMenomineeState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.8%77.4%74.9%0.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)63.9%66.2%57.3%2.3 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)77.9%75.0%73.3%2.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMenomineeState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.1%19.5%18.6%0.6 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration37.3%34.8%37.3%2.5 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Menominee County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Primary Care Provider Availability Lower in Menominee County

Health data brief for Menominee County, Michigan.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

The primary care provider ratio in Menominee County is 34 per 100,000 residents, which is less than half the national median of 70. This figure is one of the lowest ratios in the region according to HHS NPPES data. In contrast, the county's life expectancy of 78.4 years is higher than Michigan's average of 76.3 years and the national average of 77 years. Mental health provider availability is also lower than the national benchmark, with 122 providers per 100,000 people compared to the median of 250. The uninsured rate for the county is 6.3%, mirroring the state average of 6.4% and staying below the national 10% mark. About 17.5% of residents report poor or fair health, a figure slightly higher than the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data for more information.

Get Care in Menominee 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 Menominee 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.

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 Menominee County, MI?
Menominee County has a health score of 75/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #28 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 Menominee County?
Life expectancy in Menominee County is 78.4 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Menominee County above the state average.
How does Menominee County health compare to the Michigan average?
Menominee County's health score of 75/100 is above the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 78.4 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 6.3% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Menominee County?
Key health factors for Menominee County include: life expectancy (78.4 years), uninsured rate (6.3%), and primary care physician access (34:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 122:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Menominee County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 75/100 ("Excellent"), Menominee County is one of the healthier counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.4 years. 6.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Menominee County healthier than the Michigan average?
Menominee County's health score of 75/100 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. Menominee County has better primary care access (34:1 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.