Pope County Health Data
Pope County, Minnesota
Health Score
87/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
78.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.1 yr
State avg 78.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.5%
State avg 6.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
114
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
149
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Pope County, Minnesota
Living near the national standard
Pope County residents live to 78.1 years on average, 1.7 years above the U.S. median of 76.4 years but 0.6 years below Minnesota's state average of 78.7 years. At 14.9% reporting poor or fair health, the county is healthier than the U.S. average of 16.1%.
Solid health outcomes within Minnesota
Pope County ranks in Minnesota's upper-middle tier for life expectancy, trailing the state average by only 0.6 years. The 14.9% poor/fair health rate is better than most Minnesota counties, reflecting relatively strong population wellness.
Strong primary care, modest mental health
Pope County has 114 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—among the highest in its region and well above state medians. However, mental health providers are limited at 149 per 100K, suggesting potential gaps in behavioral health care.
Low uninsured rate, good preventive access
At 4.5% uninsured, Pope County is well below the state average of 6.0%, with most residents covered. Strong primary care capacity means residents can access preventive services and routine medical care without major barriers.
Maintain Pope County's coverage advantage
Pope County's low uninsured rate is a community asset worth protecting—check that your family stays covered through work or MNsure.org. Those without insurance should apply immediately to maintain access to the county's strong primary care network.
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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.