Red Lake County Health Data

Red Lake County, Minnesota

Health 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

Data Story

About Health in Red Lake County, Minnesota

Exceptional longevity, complex health profile

Red Lake County residents live to 81.2 years on average—3.2 years longer than the U.S. median of 76.4 years and 2.5 years above Minnesota's state average of 78.7 years. Despite this exceptional life expectancy, 15.5% report poor or fair health, suggesting concentrated health challenges within the population.

Minnesota's longest-living county

Red Lake County ranks first in Minnesota for life expectancy, with a 2.5-year advantage over the state average. This outlier status reflects unique population characteristics and deserves further investigation into protective health factors.

Provider data limited, access unclear

Complete data on primary care and mental health provider availability is not currently available for Red Lake County. This gap makes it difficult to assess whether strong life expectancy reflects abundant local providers or other community factors.

Low uninsured rate despite data gaps

At 5.4% uninsured, Red Lake County is below the state average of 6.0%, meaning most residents have health coverage. Without provider utilization data, it's unclear how coverage translates into actual healthcare access for residents.

Maintain coverage in your community

Red Lake County's strong health indicators include high insurance coverage rates—maintain that advantage by keeping your family insured. Contact MNsure.org or your county health department to explore coverage options and sustain the county's exceptional health outcomes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Red Lake County, MN?
Red Lake County has a health score of 89/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #28 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 Red Lake County?
Life expectancy in Red Lake County is 81.2 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Red Lake County above the state average.
How does Red Lake County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Red Lake County's health score of 89/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 81.2 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 5.4% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Red Lake County?
Key health factors for Red Lake County include: life expectancy (81.2 years), uninsured rate (5.4%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Red Lake County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 89/100 ("Excellent"), Red Lake County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 81.2 years. 5.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Red Lake County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Red Lake County's health score of 89/100 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.