Kanabec County Health Data

Kanabec County, Minnesota

Health Score

75/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.4 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.9%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

99

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

229

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Kanabec County, Minnesota

Kanabec's life expectancy lags national average

Kanabec residents live an average of 77.4 years, about 2 years below the U.S. average of 79.3 years. The county's poor or fair health rate stands at 16.0%, slightly above the national average, suggesting residents face higher rates of chronic illness and ongoing health challenges.

Below-average health outcomes within Minnesota

At 77.4 years, Kanabec's life expectancy trails Minnesota's state average of 78.7 years by 1.3 years. The county ranks in the lower half statewide for overall health outcomes, indicating residents experience greater health burdens than most Minnesotans.

Health challenges compared to regional peers

Kanabec's 77.4-year life expectancy falls short of neighboring Kandiyohi County (79.8 years) and Lac qui Parle County (79.3 years), though it exceeds Kittson County (75.8 years) and Koochiching County (76.9 years). The county's 16.0% poor/fair health rate is among the highest in its region.

Moderate insurance coverage, solid primary care

Kanabec's uninsured rate of 6.9% slightly exceeds Minnesota's 6.0% average, meaning roughly 1 in 15 residents lack health coverage. The county has 99 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—well above the state median—and 229 mental health providers per 100,000, indicating decent access to both primary and behavioral health services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Kanabec County, MN?
Kanabec County has a health score of 75/100, rated "Average." It ranks #72 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 Kanabec County?
Life expectancy in Kanabec County is 77.4 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Kanabec County below the state average.
How does Kanabec County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Kanabec County's health score of 75/100 is below the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 77.4 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 6.9% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Kanabec County?
Key health factors for Kanabec County include: life expectancy (77.4 years), uninsured rate (6.9%), and primary care physician access (99:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 229:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Kanabec County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 75/100 ("Average"), Kanabec County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.4 years. 6.9% 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 Kanabec County?
Kanabec County's health score of 75/100 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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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.