Chippewa County Health Data

Chippewa County, Minnesota

Health Score

77/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.6 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

97

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

90

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Chippewa County, Minnesota

Chippewa's health outcomes lag nationally

At 76.6 years, Chippewa County residents live about 2.2 years less than the U.S. average of 78.8 years. The county's 14.3% poor/fair health rate exceeds the national average, indicating above-average health challenges across the population.

Below Minnesota's health standards

Chippewa's 76.6-year life expectancy trails Minnesota's state average of 78.7 years by 2.1 years, placing it among the state's lower-performing counties. The 14.3% poor/fair health rate reflects health outcomes below Minnesota's typical standards.

Mixed standing among regional peers

Chippewa's 76.6-year life expectancy edges out Cass County (74.7 years) and Clearwater County (76.0 years), but falls below Carlton County (76.3 years) slightly. The county's 14.3% poor/fair health rate positions it midway among neighboring counties' health challenges.

Better uninsured rate, modest providers

Chippewa's 6.8% uninsured rate exceeds Minnesota's 6.0% state average, though the difference is modest. The county supports 97 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, but mental health coverage is limited at just 90 providers per 100,000.

Improve your coverage today

With 6.8% of Chippewa uninsured, there's opportunity to increase coverage. Head to MNSure.org or dial 1-855-366-7873 to explore affordable health insurance options tailored to Chippewa families.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Chippewa County, MN?
Chippewa County has a health score of 77/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #65 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 Chippewa County?
Life expectancy in Chippewa County is 76.6 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Chippewa County below the state average.
How does Chippewa County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Chippewa County's health score of 77/100 is below the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 76.6 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 6.8% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Chippewa County?
Key health factors for Chippewa County include: life expectancy (76.6 years), uninsured rate (6.8%), and primary care physician access (97:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 90:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Chippewa County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 77/100 ("Excellent"), Chippewa County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.6 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 Chippewa County?
Chippewa 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.