Martin County Health Data

Martin County, Minnesota

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

Data Story

About Health in Martin County, Minnesota

Martin County outpaces U.S. health averages

Martin County's 79.2-year life expectancy runs 1.8 years ahead of the U.S. average of 77.4 years. At 14.8% poor or fair health, the county sits below the national rate of 17.1%, suggesting good overall population health.

Consistently healthy within Minnesota

Martin County's 79.2-year life expectancy exceeds Minnesota's 78.7-year average and its 14.8% poor/fair health rate runs better than the state's 16.2%. The county ranks solidly among Minnesota's healthier regions.

Strong provider access, balanced care network

Martin County provides 80 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—well above the regional median and comparable to Lyon County's 83 per 100K. With 102 mental health providers per 100,000, the county offers meaningful behavioral health support alongside primary care.

Low uninsured rate, robust healthcare infrastructure

Just 5.9% of Martin County residents lack health insurance, barely above Minnesota's 6.0% average. Combined with solid primary care and mental health provider availability, the county delivers both coverage and access for most healthcare needs.

Sustain Martin County's coverage gains

Martin County residents benefit from strong insurance and provider access—maintain this advantage by reviewing your coverage annually. Check MNsure.org during open enrollment to ensure your plan continues to fit your family's health needs.

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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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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.