Presque Isle County Health Data

Presque Isle County, Michigan

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

17.5%

State avg 16.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Dentists

7.6

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

15.2

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Presque Isle County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasurePresque IsleState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.1%38.0%37.6%3.1 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.1%10.1%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure32.1%32.5%33.5%near state average
Depression29.9%28.4%24.1%1.5 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasurePresque IsleState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.5%16.5%16.3%1.0 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking18.5%18.4%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity25.0%24.5%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasurePresque IsleState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.4%77.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)64.7%66.2%57.3%1.5 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.4%75.0%73.3%0.6 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasurePresque IsleState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.2%19.5%18.6%0.7 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration35.7%34.8%37.3%0.9 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Presque Isle County nationally on obesity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Presque Isle County shows low primary care physician ratio

Health data brief for Presque Isle County, Michigan.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Presque Isle County reports 15 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, falling well below the national median of 70 providers. The county's mental health provider ratio is 60 per 100,000, also significantly lower than the national median of 250. Life expectancy for residents is 77.6 years, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 76.3 and the national average of 77 years. Poor or fair health is reported by 17.5% of adults, compared to a national average of 17%. The uninsured rate matches the state average of 6.4%, which is lower than the national rate of 10%. These figures provide a statistical overview of health access and outcomes in the county. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Presque Isle County, Michigan

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Presque Isle County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.