Martin County Health Data

Martin County, Minnesota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

87/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.2 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

80

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

102

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

14.8%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

10.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 80.3 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

40.3

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 Martin County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMartinState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity36.6%37.0%37.6%near state average
Diabetes9.7%9.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure27.7%28.6%33.5%0.9 pts better than state
Depression25.0%25.3%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMartinState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.4%15.7%16.3%0.7 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking20.3%20.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity26.3%24.1%27.0%2.2 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMartinState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.8%72.0%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)64.7%64.7%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)77.7%77.1%73.3%0.6 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMartinState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.2%17.0%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration31.1%31.5%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Martin County nationally on physical inactivity.

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

Data Story

Martin County mental health provider ratio trails national benchmarks

Health data brief for Martin County, Minnesota.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Martin County reports 102 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250. Primary care provider availability is 80 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national median of 70. The county has a life expectancy of 79.2 years, longer than both the state average of 78.7 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate in Martin County is 5.9%, which is slightly lower than the state rate of 6.0% and lower than the national rate of 10%. Furthermore, 14.8% of adults report poor or fair health, a figure that is lower than the national average of 17%. These data points contribute to the understanding of health access and resident status in the county. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Martin 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.

Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont

ER
5/5
(507) 238-5064
800 Medical Center Drive, Fairmont, MN 56031
Acute Care 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 Martin County, MN?
Martin County has a health score of 87/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #39 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 Martin County?
Life expectancy in Martin County is 79.2 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Martin County above the state average.
How does Martin County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Martin County's health score of 87/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 79.2 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 5.9% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Martin County?
Key health factors for Martin County include: life expectancy (79.2 years), uninsured rate (5.9%), and primary care physician access (80:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 102:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Martin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 87/100 ("Excellent"), Martin County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.2 years. 5.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Martin County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Martin County's health score of 87/100 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.

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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.