Ottawa County Health Data

Ottawa County, Michigan

Health Score

95/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.1 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.6%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

66

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

278

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Ottawa County, Michigan

Ottawa leads Michigan in longevity

At 80.1 years, Ottawa County residents live longer than the U.S. average of 80.7 years—a remarkable achievement uncommon in rural Michigan. Just 12.9% report poor or fair health, nearly 3 percentage points below the national average.

Healthiest county in Michigan region

Ottawa's 80.1-year life expectancy exceeds Michigan's state average of 76.3 years by 3.8 years, the widest gap in this eight-county group. At 4.6% uninsured, Ottawa also boasts the lowest uninsured rate among peers, nearly 2 points below the state average.

Setting the standard for region

Ottawa's 80.1-year life expectancy outpaces every neighboring county by more than 3 years, with Presque Isle second at 77.6 years. This premium reflects sustained investment in primary care (66 per 100K) and mental health (278 per 100K) infrastructure.

Healthcare access fuels longevity

Ottawa's 66 primary care providers and 278 mental health providers per 100,000 residents create a dense care network supporting preventive and ongoing treatment. Combined with the region's lowest uninsured rate at 4.6%, residents can afford to seek and maintain care.

Protect your health advantage

Even in thriving Ottawa County, gaps in coverage can derail health gains—review your plan annually to ensure it covers screenings and preventive care. Visit healthcare.gov or your employer's benefits portal to confirm you're getting maximum coverage value.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Ottawa County, MI?
Ottawa County has a health score of 95/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #4 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 Ottawa County?
Life expectancy in Ottawa County is 80.1 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Ottawa County above the state average.
How does Ottawa County health compare to the Michigan average?
Ottawa County's health score of 95/100 is above the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 80.1 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 4.6% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Ottawa County?
Key health factors for Ottawa County include: life expectancy (80.1 years), uninsured rate (4.6%), and primary care physician access (66:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 278:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Ottawa County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 95/100 ("Excellent"), Ottawa County is one of the healthier counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.1 years. 4.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Ottawa County healthier than the Michigan average?
Ottawa County's health score of 95/100 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.

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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.