Lake County Health Data

Lake County, Minnesota

Health Score

89/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.6 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

91

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

147

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Lake County, Minnesota

Lake County exceeds U.S. life expectancy

Lake County residents live an average of 79.6 years, outpacing the U.S. average of 79.3 years. With a poor or fair health rate of 13.5%—the lowest among these eight counties—Lake residents report strong overall health.

Top-tier health outcomes in Minnesota

At 79.6 years, Lake County's life expectancy ranks 0.9 years above Minnesota's state average of 78.7 years. The county consistently performs among the best statewide for health metrics, reflecting exceptional population wellness.

Among the region's healthiest counties

Lake County's 79.6-year life expectancy ranks second-highest in the region, behind only Kandiyohi and Le Sueur (both 79.8 years). The 13.5% poor/fair health rate is the best among all eight counties, indicating residents enjoy superior health outcomes.

Strong insurance coverage, solid provider access

Lake County's uninsured rate of 6.3% is just slightly above Minnesota's 6.0% average, meaning the vast majority of residents have coverage. The county provides 91 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 147 mental health providers per 100,000, ensuring good access to both preventive and behavioral health services.

Maintain health coverage for continued wellness

Lake County's excellent health outcomes depend on keeping insurance current for all residents. Visit MNsure.org to verify your coverage and ensure you have the plan that best supports your health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Lake County, MN?
Lake County has a health score of 89/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #30 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 Lake County?
Life expectancy in Lake County is 79.6 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Lake County above the state average.
How does Lake County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Lake County's health score of 89/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 79.6 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 6.3% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Lake County?
Key health factors for Lake County include: life expectancy (79.6 years), uninsured rate (6.3%), and primary care physician access (91:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 147:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lake County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 89/100 ("Excellent"), Lake County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.6 years. 6.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Lake County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Lake 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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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.