Aitkin County Health Data

Aitkin County, Minnesota

Health Score

77/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

88

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

93

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Aitkin County, Minnesota

Aitkin's life expectancy lags nationally

At 77.9 years, Aitkin County residents live slightly shorter lives than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 15.9% poor or fair health rate exceeds most national benchmarks, suggesting underlying health challenges that warrant attention.

Below Minnesota's health average

Aitkin's 77.9-year life expectancy trails Minnesota's state average of 78.7 years by 0.8 years. The county ranks in the lower half of Minnesota counties for overall health outcomes, though its uninsured rate of 6.8% is slightly elevated compared to the state's 6.0%.

Similar health profile to nearby counties

Aitkin's life expectancy matches Becker County at 77.9 years and exceeds Beltrami County's 74.0 years by a substantial margin. The county offers 88 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, slightly below Becker's 80 but notably fewer than Beltrami's 108.

Healthcare access is moderate but gaps remain

With 88 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Aitkin has reasonable access to basic care. However, the 6.8% uninsured rate means roughly 1 in 15 residents lack coverage, potentially delaying preventive care and treatment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Aitkin County, MN?
Aitkin County has a health score of 77/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #67 out of 87 counties in Minnesota (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 Aitkin County?
Life expectancy in Aitkin County is 77.9 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Aitkin County below the state average.
How does Aitkin County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Aitkin County's health score of 77/100 is below the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 77.9 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 6.8% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Aitkin County?
Key health factors for Aitkin County include: life expectancy (77.9 years), uninsured rate (6.8%), and primary care physician access (88:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 93:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Aitkin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 77/100 ("Excellent"), Aitkin County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.9 years. 6.8% 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 Aitkin County?
Aitkin County's health score of 77/100 is below the Minnesota average of 83/100. 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.