Morrison County Health Data

Morrison County, Minnesota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

87/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.3 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

56

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

134

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

14.4%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

8.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 55.9 per 100K

Dentists

23.4

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 Morrison County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMorrisonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.1%37.0%37.6%near state average
Diabetes9.3%9.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure29.1%28.6%33.5%near state average
Depression25.9%25.3%24.1%0.6 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMorrisonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.7%15.7%16.3%1.0 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking20.1%20.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity24.5%24.1%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMorrisonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.9%72.0%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)65.4%64.7%57.3%0.7 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)79.6%77.1%73.3%2.5 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMorrisonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.1%17.0%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration33.2%31.5%37.3%1.7 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Morrison County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Morrison County Mental Health Provider Ratios Trail National Median

Health data brief for Morrison County, Minnesota.

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

Morrison County has 134 mental health providers for every 100,000 residents, a figure notably lower than the national median of 250 providers. Regarding primary care, the county records 56 providers per 100,000 people, which is also lower than the national median of 70. Life expectancy in the county is 78.3 years, higher than the national average of 77 years but slightly lower than the Minnesota average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate stands at 5.4%, which is lower than the 6.0% state average and the 10% national average. Additionally, 14.4% of residents report being in poor or fair health, compared to 17% of people across the country. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Morrison 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.

St Gabriels Hospital

ER
4/5
(320) 632-5441
815 Southeast Second Street, Little Falls, MN 56345
Critical Access 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 Morrison County, MN?
Morrison County has a health score of 87/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #34 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 Morrison County?
Life expectancy in Morrison County is 78.3 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Morrison County below the state average.
How does Morrison County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Morrison County's health score of 87/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 78.3 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 5.4% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Morrison County?
Key health factors for Morrison County include: life expectancy (78.3 years), uninsured rate (5.4%), and primary care physician access (56:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 134:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Morrison County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 87/100 ("Excellent"), Morrison County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.3 years. 5.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Morrison County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Morrison 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. Morrison County has better primary care access (56:1 ratio) than the state average (67:1).

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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.