Hubbard County Health Data

Hubbard County, Minnesota

Health Score

84/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.1 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

60

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

158

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hubbard County, Minnesota

Hubbard leads in life expectancy despite healthcare gaps

Hubbard residents live to 80.1 years on average—4.7 years above the U.S. life expectancy of 76.4 years and 1.4 years above Minnesota's 78.7-year average. However, 13.9% report poor or fair health, and 7.5% lack health insurance, both above state norms.

Hubbard boasts Minnesota's highest life expectancy

At 80.1 years, Hubbard County leads all Minnesota counties in life expectancy, ranking in the top 5 statewide. Yet its 7.5% uninsured rate is among the highest in Minnesota, suggesting health gains mask underlying access barriers.

Hubbard leads region despite access challenges

Hubbard's 80.1-year life expectancy is the highest among its neighboring counties, exceeding Houston (79.6 years), Goodhue (78.7 years), and Grant (77.0 years). Despite this longevity advantage, the county's 7.5% uninsured rate is also the highest in the region.

Uninsured rate undercuts strong mental health access

Hubbard has 60 primary care providers and 158 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, offering strong mental health capacity. Yet 7.5% of residents lack insurance—the highest rate among regional peers—making care unaffordable for many despite availability.

Don't let cost block your care.

If you're among Hubbard's 7.5% uninsured residents, subsidies are likely available to lower your premiums. Visit MNsure.org by December 15th or call 1-855-366-7873 to find plans you can afford.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hubbard County, MN?
Hubbard County has a health score of 84/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #49 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 Hubbard County?
Life expectancy in Hubbard County is 80.1 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Hubbard County above the state average.
How does Hubbard County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Hubbard County's health score of 84/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 80.1 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 7.5% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Hubbard County?
Key health factors for Hubbard County include: life expectancy (80.1 years), uninsured rate (7.5%), and primary care physician access (60:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 158:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hubbard County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 84/100 ("Excellent"), Hubbard County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.1 years. 7.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Hubbard County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Hubbard County's health score of 84/100 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. Hubbard County has better primary care access (60:1 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.