Le Sueur County Health Data

Le Sueur County, Minnesota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

86/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.8 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.8%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

14

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.6%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

20.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 13.9 per 100K

Dentists

10.4

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 Le Sueur County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureLe SueurState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.0%37.0%37.6%2.0 pts better than state
Diabetes8.7%9.3%11.2%0.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure27.8%28.6%33.5%0.8 pts better than state
Depression24.7%25.3%24.1%0.6 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureLe SueurState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.4%15.7%16.3%1.3 pts better than state
Binge Drinking21.5%20.3%17.8%1.2 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity21.1%24.1%27.0%3.0 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureLe SueurState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.2%72.0%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)61.5%64.7%57.3%3.2 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.7%77.1%73.3%3.4 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureLe SueurState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.2%17.0%18.6%0.8 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration35.3%31.5%37.3%3.8 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Le Sueur County nationally on short sleep duration.

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

Data Story

Le Sueur County Primary Care Provider Ratio Below National Median

Health data brief for Le Sueur County, Minnesota.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Le Sueur County has a primary care provider ratio of 14 per 100,000 residents, which is significantly lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The county’s mental health provider ratio of 58 per 100,000 is also lower than the national median of 250. Conversely, life expectancy in the county is 79.8 years, exceeding the Minnesota state average of 78.7 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 4.8%, lower than the state average of 6.0% and the national average of 10%. Among adults, 16.6% report being in poor or fair health, which is just below the national average of 17%. These figures highlight the variation between local provider availability and broader health outcomes within the county. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Le Sueur 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.

Minnesota Valley Health Center Inc

ER
Not rated by CMS
(507) 665-3375
621 South Fourth Street, Le Sueur, MN 56058
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 Le Sueur County, MN?
Le Sueur County has a health score of 86/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #42 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 Le Sueur County?
Life expectancy in Le Sueur County is 79.8 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Le Sueur County above the state average.
How does Le Sueur County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Le Sueur County's health score of 86/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 79.8 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 4.8% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Le Sueur County?
Key health factors for Le Sueur County include: life expectancy (79.8 years), uninsured rate (4.8%), and primary care physician access (14:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 58:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Le Sueur County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 86/100 ("Excellent"), Le Sueur County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.8 years. 4.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Le Sueur County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Le Sueur County's health score of 86/100 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. Le Sueur County has better primary care access (14:1 ratio) than the state average (67:1).

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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.