Cass County Health Data

Cass County, Minnesota

Health Score

62/100

Average

Life Expectancy

74.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.7 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

29

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

89

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Cass County, Minnesota

Cass faces significant health challenges

At 74.7 years, Cass County residents live about 4 years less than the U.S. average of 78.8 years, placing the county among America's lower life expectancy regions. With 15.7% of residents reporting poor or fair health—more than double the national average—Cass faces substantial health burden.

Minnesota's lowest life expectancy

Cass County's 74.7-year life expectancy falls 4 years below Minnesota's state average of 78.7 years, ranking it among the state's worst-performing counties. The 15.7% poor/fair health rate significantly exceeds Minnesota's typical outcomes, signaling a population facing considerable health obstacles.

Most struggling county in region

Cass's 74.7-year life expectancy is the lowest in its regional peer group, trailing Carlton County (76.3 years) and Clearwater County (76.0 years). Its 15.7% poor/fair health rate is the highest among neighbors, marking Cass as facing the steepest health challenges in its region.

Severe provider shortage, high uninsured

Cass County's 7.7% uninsured rate exceeds Minnesota's state average of 6.0%, leaving more residents without coverage. The county critically lacks providers with just 29 primary care providers and 89 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—among the lowest provider densities in the state.

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With 7.7% uninsured and provider shortages, coverage is essential in Cass. Visit MNSure.org or call 1-855-366-7873 immediately to find affordable plans and connect with available healthcare resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cass County, MN?
Cass County has a health score of 62/100, rated "Average." It ranks #82 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 Cass County?
Life expectancy in Cass County is 74.7 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Cass County below the state average.
How does Cass County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Cass County's health score of 62/100 is below the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 74.7 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 7.7% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Cass County?
Key health factors for Cass County include: life expectancy (74.7 years), uninsured rate (7.7%), and primary care physician access (29:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 89:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cass County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 62/100 ("Average"), Cass County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.7 years. 7.7% 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 Cass County?
Cass County's health score of 62/100 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.