Lincoln County Health Data
Lincoln County, Minnesota
County Health Rankings & Roadmaps 2025Health Score
87/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
79.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.9 yr
State avg 78.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.6%
State avg 6.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
54
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
18
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
15.7%
State avg 14.8%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
35.8
per 100K residentsCDC: 53.9 per 100K
Dentists
17.9
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
17.9
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 Lincoln County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Lincoln | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 36.9% | 37.0% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 8.9% | 9.3% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% | 28.6% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 25.2% | 25.3% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Lincoln | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.7% | 15.7% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% | 20.3% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% | 24.1% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Lincoln | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.7% | 72.0% | 74.9% | 0.7 pts better than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 63.1% | 64.7% | 57.3% | 1.6 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 78.1% | 77.1% | 73.3% | 1.0 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Lincoln | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 17.0% | 17.0% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 31.0% | 31.5% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Lincoln County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES 2022–2023 measure years · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Source vintage: CDC PLACES 2022–2023 measure years.
Data Story
Lincoln County mental health provider access trails national median figures
Health data brief for Lincoln County, Minnesota.
By HealthByCounty Editorial Team
Page revised
Lincoln County reports 18 mental health providers for every 100,000 residents, a figure significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. While provider ratios remain low, the county shows a life expectancy of 79.9 years, which is longer than the Minnesota state average of 78.7 years and the national average of approximately 77 years. The uninsured rate for the county stands at 5.6%, slightly lower than the state rate of 6.0% and well below the national mark of 10%. Additionally, 15.7% of residents report being in poor or fair health, compared to 17% nationally. Primary care access is measured at 54 providers per 100,000 residents, which is less than the national median of 70. These statistics are part of a broader dataset detailing health access and outcomes across Minnesota. See the 2025 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps release methodology.
Get Care in Lincoln County, Minnesota
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Data Sources
Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps 2025, published by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation .
Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.