Fillmore County Health Data

Fillmore County, Minnesota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

78/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.6 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

28

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.4%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Dentists

9.4

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 Fillmore County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureFillmoreState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.7%37.0%37.6%3.7 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.0%9.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure29.4%28.6%33.5%0.8 pts worse than state
Depression25.6%25.3%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureFillmoreState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.1%15.7%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking20.7%20.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity23.4%24.1%27.0%0.7 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureFillmoreState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.7%72.0%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)63.9%64.7%57.3%0.8 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)77.5%77.1%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureFillmoreState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.3%17.0%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration32.0%31.5%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Fillmore County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Primary Care Provider Ratio in Fillmore County Trails National Median

Health data brief for Fillmore County, Minnesota.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Fillmore County has a primary care provider ratio of 28 per 100,000 residents, which is much lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Similarly, the mental health provider ratio is 42 per 100,000, compared to a national median of 250. Despite these provider ratios, life expectancy in the county is 79.6 years, which is higher than the state average of 78.7 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 7.7%, higher than the Minnesota average of 6.0% but lower than the national average of 10%. About 15.4% of residents report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. These figures provide a baseline for understanding the medical workforce distribution and the reported health status of residents in the county. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Fillmore 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Fillmore County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Fillmore County, MN?
Fillmore County has a health score of 78/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #60 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 Fillmore County?
Life expectancy in Fillmore County is 79.6 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Fillmore County above the state average.
How does Fillmore County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Fillmore County's health score of 78/100 is below the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 79.6 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 7.7% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Fillmore County?
Key health factors for Fillmore County include: life expectancy (79.6 years), uninsured rate (7.7%), and primary care physician access (28:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 42:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Fillmore County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 78/100 ("Excellent"), Fillmore County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.6 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 Fillmore County?
Fillmore County's health score of 78/100 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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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.