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.
Explore health coverage options today
If you're among the 6.8% of Aitkin residents without insurance, Minnesota's marketplace and Medicaid program offer affordable options. Visit MNsure.org to compare plans and find coverage that fits your family's needs.
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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.