Roscommon County Health Data

Roscommon County, Michigan

Health Score

57/100

Average

Life Expectancy

73.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.2 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

47

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

117

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Roscommon County, Michigan

Below national average, above state

Roscommon County's 73.2-year life expectancy trails the U.S. average by 7.5 years but nearly matches Michigan's state average of 76.3 years. At 17.1% reporting poor or fair health, Roscommon's chronic disease burden mirrors state-level challenges.

Just below Michigan's health benchmark

At 73.2 years, Roscommon falls 3.1 years below Michigan's state average of 76.3 years, placing it in the lower quartile of Michigan counties. This gap persists despite a 6.7% uninsured rate matching regional peers.

Middle of the pack in region

Roscommon's 73.2-year life expectancy ranks fourth among eight peer counties, outpacing only Oscoda, Ontonagon, and Ogemaw. The 7-year gap between Roscommon and leading Ottawa County suggests significant room for health improvement.

Moderate provider availability improves care

Roscommon has 47 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 117 mental health providers per 100,000, a balanced mix exceeding some neighbors. With a 6.7% uninsured rate, the county's healthcare infrastructure appears adequate, yet life expectancy suggests other barriers to health persist.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Roscommon County, MI?
Roscommon County has a health score of 57/100, rated "Average." It ranks #67 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 Roscommon County?
Life expectancy in Roscommon County is 73.2 years. The Michigan state average is 76.3 years, making Roscommon County below the state average.
How does Roscommon County health compare to the Michigan average?
Roscommon County's health score of 57/100 is below the Michigan average of 69/100. Life expectancy is 73.2 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 6.7% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Roscommon County?
Key health factors for Roscommon County include: life expectancy (73.2 years), uninsured rate (6.7%), and primary care physician access (47:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 117:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Roscommon County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 57/100 ("Average"), Roscommon County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Michigan. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.2 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 Roscommon County?
Roscommon County's health score of 57/100 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.