Missaukee County Health Data

Missaukee County, Michigan

Health Score

62/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.1%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

20

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

65

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Missaukee County, Michigan

Missaukee slightly outlives the nation

At 76.7 years, Missaukee County's life expectancy edges above the U.S. average of 76.4 years, a modest but meaningful advantage. However, 17.9% of residents report poor or fair health, slightly below the national average of 18%, suggesting overall health outcomes are comparable to most American counties.

Above state average, but room to gain

Missaukee's 76.7-year life expectancy outpaces Michigan's 76.3-year state average by four months. The county's 8.1% uninsured rate, however, runs higher than Michigan's 6.4% average, indicating more residents lack insurance coverage than typical for the state.

Healthier than nearby Montmorency

Missaukee residents live 3.1 years longer than those in neighboring Montmorency County (73.6 years), a substantial gap. With 20 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Missaukee lags behind most comparable Michigan counties, which average around 50 per 100,000.

Primary care access is a challenge

Only 20 primary care providers per 100,000 residents means many Missaukee residents must travel for routine care or wait longer for appointments. The 8.1% uninsured rate means about 1 in 12 people lack coverage, leaving them vulnerable to unexpected medical costs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Missaukee County, MI?
Missaukee County has a health score of 62/100, rated "Average." It ranks #57 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 Missaukee County?
Life expectancy in Missaukee County is 76.7 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Missaukee County above the state average.
How does Missaukee County health compare to the Michigan average?
Missaukee County's health score of 62/100 is below the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 76.7 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 8.1% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Missaukee County?
Key health factors for Missaukee County include: life expectancy (76.7 years), uninsured rate (8.1%), and primary care physician access (20:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 65:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Missaukee County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 62/100 ("Average"), Missaukee County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.7 years. 8.1% 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 Missaukee County?
Missaukee County's health score of 62/100 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.