Oscoda County Health Data

Oscoda County, Michigan

Health Score

41/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.8%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

12

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

70

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Oscoda County, Michigan

Oscoda faces steepest health crisis

At 72.8 years, Oscoda County has the lowest life expectancy in this eight-county region, trailing the U.S. average by 8 years. Nearly 19% report poor or fair health, the highest rate among peers and well above national norms.

Michigan's persistent health challenges

Oscoda's 72.8-year life expectancy falls 3.5 years below Michigan's state average of 76.3 years, marking one of the state's most significant gaps. This disparity signals serious unmet healthcare needs and chronic disease burden.

Lowest longevity in the region

Oscoda's 72.8 years is the shortest lifespan in its eight-county peer group, trailing the highest-performing county, Ottawa, by more than 7 years. The 4-year gap between Oscoda and its neighbors underscores how dramatically outcomes vary across northeast Michigan.

Perfect storm: uninsured and understaffed

Oscoda has the highest uninsured rate in the region at 9.8%—more than 50% above the state average of 6.4%. Compounding this, the county has only 12 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, leaving most residents without reliable access to preventive care.

Breaking the coverage barrier

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Oscoda County, MI?
Oscoda County has a health score of 41/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #83 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 Oscoda County?
Life expectancy in Oscoda County is 72.8 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Oscoda County below the state average.
How does Oscoda County health compare to the Michigan average?
Oscoda County's health score of 41/100 is below the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 72.8 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 9.8% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Oscoda County?
Key health factors for Oscoda County include: life expectancy (72.8 years), uninsured rate (9.8%), and primary care physician access (12:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 70:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Oscoda County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 41/100 ("Below Average"), Oscoda County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.8 years. 9.8% 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 Oscoda County?
Oscoda County's health score of 41/100 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.