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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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.