Osceola County Health Data

Osceola County, Michigan

Health Score

68/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.9 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

141

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Osceola County, Michigan

Osceola bucks regional health trends

At 76.9 years, Osceola's life expectancy exceeds both the U.S. average of 80.7 years and Michigan's state average of 76.3 years—a rare bright spot in this region. Just 17.9% report poor or fair health, the lowest rate among its peer group.

Outperforming Michigan on longevity

Osceola County residents live 0.6 years longer than the Michigan average, placing the county in the healthier half of the state. This success reflects strong mental health provider capacity and relatively good insurance coverage.

Leading region in healthy outcomes

Osceola's 76.9-year life expectancy is the highest among all neighboring counties in northeast Michigan, ahead of Presque Isle (77.6) and significantly above Oscoda (72.8). This performance gap suggests Osceola's healthcare investments are paying off measurably.

Strong mental health provider network

Osceola boasts 141 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—nearly triple the state average—suggesting proactive investment in behavioral health. With 30 primary care providers per 100,000 and a 6.7% uninsured rate, the county has built robust healthcare access.

Maintain coverage to stay healthy

Even in healthier Osceola, staying insured protects you from catastrophic costs and ensures preventive care access. Review your coverage annually at healthcare.gov or through your employer to keep your family's health on track.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Osceola County, MI?
Osceola County has a health score of 68/100, rated "Average." It ranks #42 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 Osceola County?
Life expectancy in Osceola County is 76.9 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Osceola County above the state average.
How does Osceola County health compare to the Michigan average?
Osceola County's health score of 68/100 is below the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 76.9 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 6.7% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Osceola County?
Key health factors for Osceola County include: life expectancy (76.9 years), uninsured rate (6.7%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 141:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Osceola County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 68/100 ("Average"), Osceola County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.9 years. 6.7% 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 Osceola County?
Osceola County's health score of 68/100 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.