Hennepin County Health Data

Hennepin County, Minnesota

Health Score

93/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.5 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.2%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

120

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

610

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hennepin County, Minnesota

Hennepin leads in life expectancy and health

Hennepin residents live to 79.5 years on average, 2.8 years above Minnesota's 78.7-year state average and 3.1 years above the national U.S. rate of 76.4 years. Just 12.6% report poor or fair health, placing the county among America's healthiest.

Hennepin ranks at the top statewide

With a life expectancy of 79.5 years, Hennepin County ranks in Minnesota's highest tier for health outcomes, consistently among the top 10 of 87 counties. The county's strong performance reflects robust healthcare infrastructure and high insurance coverage.

Hennepin outperforms neighboring counties

Hennepin's 79.5-year life expectancy exceeds all nearby counties, including Goodhue (78.7 years) and Isanti County (78.5 years), though it trails Hubbard County slightly (80.1 years). The county's 12.6% poor/fair health rate is the best in its region.

Exceptional healthcare infrastructure and access

Hennepin boasts 120 primary care providers and 610 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—the highest provider density in this county cohort and among Minnesota's best. Just 5.2% of residents lack health insurance, supporting widespread access to care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hennepin County, MN?
Hennepin County has a health score of 93/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #14 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 Hennepin County?
Life expectancy in Hennepin County is 79.5 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Hennepin County above the state average.
How does Hennepin County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Hennepin County's health score of 93/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 79.5 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 5.2% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Hennepin County?
Key health factors for Hennepin County include: life expectancy (79.5 years), uninsured rate (5.2%), and primary care physician access (120:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 610:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hennepin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 93/100 ("Excellent"), Hennepin County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.5 years. 5.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Hennepin County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Hennepin 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.

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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.