Presque Isle County Health Data

Presque Isle County, Michigan

Health Score

73/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.6 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.4%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

15

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

60

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Presque Isle County, Michigan

Above-average longevity in rural Michigan

Presque Isle County's 77.6-year life expectancy exceeds Michigan's state average of 76.3 years and ranks in the healthier half nationally. At 17.5% reporting poor or fair health, the county's health burden is lower than both state and national averages.

Outperforming state on longevity

At 77.6 years, Presque Isle surpasses Michigan's average by 1.3 years, an achievement relatively rare in this rural region. The 6.4% uninsured rate matches the state average exactly, suggesting equitable insurance access statewide.

Second strongest in peer group

Presque Isle's 77.6-year life expectancy ranks second only to Ottawa County (80.1 years) among its eight-county peer group. The county's relative health success contrasts sharply with nearby Oscoda (72.8 years), a 4.8-year gap suggesting vastly different healthcare investments.

Limited primary care, adequate mental health

Presque Isle has only 15 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—a constraint that could limit preventive care—yet 60 mental health providers per 100,000. This imbalance suggests the county prioritizes behavioral health access while struggling with primary care staffing.

Sustain Presque Isle's health gains

With strong life expectancy outcomes, staying insured is essential to preventing backsliding—especially as you age and preventive screening becomes critical. Check healthcare.gov for plans covering annual physicals, screenings, and prescriptions at affordable rates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Presque Isle County, MI?
Presque Isle County has a health score of 73/100, rated "Average." It ranks #33 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 Presque Isle County?
Life expectancy in Presque Isle County is 77.6 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Presque Isle County above the state average.
How does Presque Isle County health compare to the Michigan average?
Presque Isle County's health score of 73/100 is above the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 77.6 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 6.4% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Presque Isle County?
Key health factors for Presque Isle County include: life expectancy (77.6 years), uninsured rate (6.4%), and primary care physician access (15:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 60:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Presque Isle County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 73/100 ("Average"), Presque Isle County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.6 years. 6.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Presque Isle County healthier than the Michigan average?
Presque Isle County's health score of 73/100 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. Presque Isle County has better primary care access (15:1 ratio) than the state average (58:1).

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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.