Red Lake County Health Data
Red Lake County, Minnesota
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
89/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
81.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
81.2 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
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Poor / Fair Health
15.5%
State avg 14.8%
National avg 19.6%
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 Red Lake County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Red Lake | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 38.8% | 37.0% | 37.6% | 1.8 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 9.1% | 9.3% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% | 28.6% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 25.8% | 25.3% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Red Lake | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 16.1% | 15.7% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% | 20.3% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.5% | 24.1% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Red Lake | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.3% | 72.0% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 64.9% | 64.7% | 57.3% | near state average |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 78.5% | 77.1% | 73.3% | 1.4 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Red Lake | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 17.3% | 17.0% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 30.9% | 31.5% | 37.3% | 0.6 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Red Lake County nationally on obesity.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Red Lake County Residents Show High Life Expectancy
Health data brief for Red Lake County, Minnesota.
Life expectancy in Red Lake County is 81.2 years, which is significantly higher than both the Minnesota state average of 78.7 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate for the county is 5.4%, lower than the state average of 6.0% and much lower than the national average of 10%. Data regarding primary care and mental health provider ratios is not currently available for this county. Among the adult population, 15.5% report poor or fair health, which is lower than the national average of 17%. In comparison to neighboring counties, Red Lake displays one of the highest life expectancy figures in the region. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Red Lake 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.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Red Lake County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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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.