Lyon County Health Data
Lyon County, Minnesota
Health Score
89/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
79.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.1 yr
State avg 78.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.5%
State avg 6.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
83
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
244
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Lyon County, Minnesota
Lyon County exceeds U.S. life expectancy benchmarks
Lyon County residents live an average of 79.1 years, nearly 2 years longer than the national average of 77.4 years. Only 14.3% report poor or fair health—well below the national rate of 17.1%—indicating strong population-level wellness.
Among Minnesota's healthiest counties
Lyon County's life expectancy of 79.1 years edges out Minnesota's 78.7-year average, while its 14.3% poor/fair health rate ranks significantly better than the state's 16.2%. The county consistently performs above Minnesota benchmarks across major health indicators.
Leader in both care access and health outcomes
Lyon County boasts exceptional mental health provider density at 244 per 100,000 residents—among the highest in the state and far ahead of regional peers. With 83 primary care providers per 100,000, the county offers robust access to both frontline and specialized mental health care.
Best-in-class coverage and provider access
Lyon County's 5.5% uninsured rate is the lowest among these eight counties and well below Minnesota's 6.0% average. Combined with abundant primary and mental health providers, residents enjoy both comprehensive insurance coverage and easy access to care.
Maintain Lyon County's coverage momentum
Lyon County leads the region in uninsured rates, but staying vigilant pays dividends. Review your plan annually at MNsure.org to keep your coverage aligned with your health needs and take advantage of the robust provider network available locally.
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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.