Grant County Health Data

Grant County, Minnesota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

77/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.0 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

16

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.8%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

16.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 32.5 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

32.7

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 Grant County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.9%37.0%37.6%2.9 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.6%9.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure29.8%28.6%33.5%1.2 pts worse than state
Depression26.7%25.3%24.1%1.4 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.2%15.7%16.3%1.5 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking20.2%20.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity24.5%24.1%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.8%72.0%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)63.2%64.7%57.3%1.5 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)78.1%77.1%73.3%1.0 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.9%17.0%18.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration30.9%31.5%37.3%0.6 pts better than state

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

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

Data Story

Grant County Mental Health Provider Ratio Trails National Median

Health data brief for Grant County, Minnesota.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Grant County has 16 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a ratio significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. Similarly, the primary care provider ratio of 33 per 100,000 is less than half the national median of 70 per 100,000. The county’s life expectancy is 77.0 years, which is shorter than the Minnesota state average of 78.7 years and matches the national average of 77 years. About 15.8% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, which is close to the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 6.2%, which is slightly higher than the state average of 6.0% but remains lower than the national average of 10%. These data points reflect the current health landscape in the county as measured by federal and state surveys. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Grant 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.

Prairie Ridge Hospital and Health Services

ER
Not rated by CMS
(218) 685-7300
1411 Highway 79 E, Elbow Lake, MN 56531
Critical Access 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 Grant County, MN?
Grant County has a health score of 77/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #66 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 Grant County?
Life expectancy in Grant County is 77.0 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Grant County below the state average.
How does Grant County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Grant County's health score of 77/100 is below the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 77.0 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 6.2% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Grant County?
Key health factors for Grant County include: life expectancy (77.0 years), uninsured rate (6.2%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 16:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Grant County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 77/100 ("Excellent"), Grant County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.0 years. 6.2% 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 Grant County?
Grant 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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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.