Marshall County Health Data

Marshall County, Minnesota

Health Score

86/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

81.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

81.4 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.6%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

11

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Marshall County, Minnesota

Marshall County ranks among America's healthiest

Marshall County leads these eight counties with a life expectancy of 81.4 years—4 years longer than the U.S. average of 77.4 years. Only 15.3% of residents report poor or fair health, well below the national 17.1%, reflecting exceptional population health outcomes.

Top performer within Minnesota

Marshall County's 81.4-year life expectancy significantly exceeds Minnesota's 78.7-year average by 2.7 years and is the highest among all eight analyzed counties. The 15.3% poor/fair health rate also beats Minnesota's 16.2% state average, confirming Marshall's status as one of the state's healthiest counties.

Superior longevity, constrained provider network

While Marshall County's residents enjoy the longest lifespans in this group, the county has only 11 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest among all eight counties. Mental health provider data is unavailable, suggesting Marshall's strong health outcomes emerge despite significant primary care scarcity.

Adequate coverage masks access challenges

Marshall County's uninsured rate of 6.6% is slightly above Minnesota's 6.0% average, but the real challenge is the severe shortage of primary care providers at 11 per 100,000. Residents have insurance but may face long wait times or travel distances to access care from the sparse provider network.

Keep coverage secure in Marshall County

Marshall County residents should ensure continuous health insurance coverage through annual enrollment. Visit MNsure.org to review options—having active coverage ensures you can access the county's limited primary care providers when health needs arise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Marshall County, MN?
Marshall County has a health score of 86/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #43 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 Marshall County?
Life expectancy in Marshall County is 81.4 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Marshall County above the state average.
How does Marshall County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Marshall County's health score of 86/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 81.4 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 6.6% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Marshall County?
Key health factors for Marshall County include: life expectancy (81.4 years), uninsured rate (6.6%), and primary care physician access (11:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Marshall County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 86/100 ("Excellent"), Marshall County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 81.4 years. 6.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Marshall County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Marshall 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. Marshall County has better primary care access (11:1 ratio) than the state average (67:1).

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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.