Lac qui Parle County Health Data

Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

89/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.3 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

75

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

14.6%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Dentists

14.9

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 Lac qui Parle County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureLac qui ParleState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity34.8%37.0%37.6%2.2 pts better than state
Diabetes8.7%9.3%11.2%0.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure27.3%28.6%33.5%1.3 pts better than state
Depression24.9%25.3%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureLac qui ParleState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.2%15.7%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking21.5%20.3%17.8%1.2 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity23.0%24.1%27.0%1.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureLac qui ParleState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.1%72.0%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)65.2%64.7%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)79.7%77.1%73.3%2.6 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureLac qui ParleState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.7%17.0%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration30.7%31.5%37.3%0.8 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Lac qui Parle County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Lac qui Parle County Mental Health Provider Ratio Trails National Median

Health data brief for Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota.

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

Lac qui Parle County reports 30 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. In contrast, the county’s primary care provider ratio is 75 per 100,000, which sits above the national median of 70. Life expectancy in the county is 79.3 years, higher than the Minnesota state average of 78.7 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 5.4%, which is lower than both the state average of 6.0% and the national average of 10%. Additionally, the poor or fair health rate is 14.6%, below the national average of 17%. These numbers describe the current state of professional healthcare resources and general health outcomes for the county's population as reported in federal health datasets. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Lac qui Parle 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.

Johnson Memorial Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(320) 769-4323
1282 Walnut Street, Dawson, MN 56232
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Madison Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(320) 598-7536
820 Third Avenue, Madison, MN 56256
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 Lac qui Parle County, MN?
Lac qui Parle County has a health score of 89/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #27 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 Lac qui Parle County?
Life expectancy in Lac qui Parle County is 79.3 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Lac qui Parle County above the state average.
How does Lac qui Parle County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Lac qui Parle County's health score of 89/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 79.3 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 5.4% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Lac qui Parle County?
Key health factors for Lac qui Parle County include: life expectancy (79.3 years), uninsured rate (5.4%), and primary care physician access (75:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 30:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lac qui Parle County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 89/100 ("Excellent"), Lac qui Parle County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.3 years. 5.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Lac qui Parle County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Lac qui Parle County's health score of 89/100 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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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.