Carver County Health Data

Carver County, Minnesota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

99/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

82.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

82.3 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.3%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

85

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

231

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

10.9%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

15.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 84.7 per 100K

Dentists

9.2

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

7.4

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 Carver County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCarverState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity31.3%37.0%37.6%5.7 pts better than state
Diabetes7.3%9.3%11.2%2.0 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure23.9%28.6%33.5%4.7 pts better than state
Depression23.5%25.3%24.1%1.8 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCarverState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking11.0%15.7%16.3%4.7 pts better than state
Binge Drinking20.9%20.3%17.8%0.6 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity18.3%24.1%27.0%5.8 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCarverState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup73.2%72.0%74.9%1.2 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)72.7%64.7%57.3%8.0 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)81.7%77.1%73.3%4.6 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCarverState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress14.3%17.0%18.6%2.7 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration26.4%31.5%37.3%5.1 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Carver County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Carver County Life Expectancy Reaches 82.3 Years

Health data brief for Carver County, Minnesota.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Carver County is 82.3 years, which is longer than the Minnesota state average of 78.7 years and the national average of 77 years. The county also shows a low uninsured rate of 3.3%, which is about half the state rate of 6.0% and significantly lower than the national average of 10%. Approximately 10.9% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. In terms of healthcare access, there are 85 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which exceeds the national median of 70 providers per 100,000 residents. There are 231 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is slightly lower than the national median of 250 providers. These metrics provide a snapshot of the health and coverage status of the local population relative to state and national norms. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Carver County, Minnesota

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.

Ridgeview Medical Center

ER
4/5
(952) 442-2191
500 South Maple Street, Waconia, MN 55387
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Carver County, MN?
Carver County has a health score of 99/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #1 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 Carver County?
Life expectancy in Carver County is 82.3 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Carver County above the state average.
How does Carver County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Carver County's health score of 99/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 82.3 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 3.3% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Carver County?
Key health factors for Carver County include: life expectancy (82.3 years), uninsured rate (3.3%), and primary care physician access (85:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 231:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Carver County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 99/100 ("Excellent"), Carver County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 82.3 years. 3.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Carver County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Carver County's health score of 99/100 exceeds the Minnesota average of 83/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.