Chisago County Health Data

Chisago County, Minnesota

Health Score

93/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.4 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.5%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

49

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

176

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Chisago County, Minnesota

Chisago exceeds U.S. health benchmarks

At 79.4 years, Chisago County residents live about half a year longer than the U.S. average of 78.8 years. With just 13.4% reporting poor or fair health, the county performs notably better than the national average.

Above-average health outcomes statewide

Chisago's 79.4-year life expectancy exceeds Minnesota's state average of 78.7 years, placing the county among stronger-performing Minnesota communities. The 13.4% poor/fair health rate aligns with mid-range state outcomes, suggesting solid overall health status.

Strong regional health performer

Chisago's 79.4-year life expectancy leads Carlton County (76.3 years), Chippewa County (76.6 years), and Cass County (74.7 years) significantly. The county's 13.4% poor/fair health rate is among the better regional outcomes, marking Chisago as a relatively healthy community.

Good coverage, moderate provider access

Chisago's 4.5% uninsured rate is well below Minnesota's 6.0% state average, ensuring most residents have health coverage. With 49 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 176 mental health providers per 100,000, the county offers reasonable access to both medical and behavioral health services.

Maintain your health coverage

Chisago's 4.5% uninsured rate is solid, but staying covered ensures continuous care. Check your plan at MNSure.org or call 1-855-366-7873 annually to keep your coverage current and right for your family.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Chisago County, MN?
Chisago County has a health score of 93/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #13 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 Chisago County?
Life expectancy in Chisago County is 79.4 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Chisago County above the state average.
How does Chisago County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Chisago County's health score of 93/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 79.4 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 4.5% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Chisago County?
Key health factors for Chisago County include: life expectancy (79.4 years), uninsured rate (4.5%), and primary care physician access (49:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 176:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Chisago County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 93/100 ("Excellent"), Chisago County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.4 years. 4.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Chisago County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Chisago County's health score of 93/100 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. Chisago County has better primary care access (49:1 ratio) than the state average (67:1).

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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.