McLeod County Health Data
McLeod County, Minnesota
Health Score
89/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
79.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.0 yr
State avg 78.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.3%
State avg 6.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
74
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
266
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in McLeod County, Minnesota
McLeod County residents live above U.S. average
McLeod County's life expectancy of 79.0 years exceeds the U.S. average of 77.4 years by 1.6 years. Only 14.3% report poor or fair health—tied with Lyon County for the lowest rate in this group and well below the national 17.1%.
Solid health performer for Minnesota
McLeod County's 79.0-year life expectancy edges past Minnesota's 78.7-year average, and its 14.3% poor/fair health rate ranks among the state's best at well below the 16.2% state average. The county maintains consistent above-average health indicators.
Exceptional mental health resources stand out
McLeod County's 266 mental health providers per 100,000 residents is the second-highest in this eight-county group, significantly above regional peers. Primary care access is also strong at 74 per 100,000, creating a well-balanced healthcare infrastructure.
Best uninsured rate plus strong provider capacity
At 5.3%, McLeod County boasts the lowest uninsured rate among all eight counties—well below Minnesota's 6.0% average. This combination of minimal uninsured population and abundant mental health providers positions residents for both coverage and access to care.
Keep McLeod County's coverage advantage
McLeod County leads the region in health insurance coverage—a success worth protecting through annual enrollment. Visit MNsure.org to confirm your coverage remains active and well-matched to your health needs.
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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.