Stearns County Health Data

Stearns County, Minnesota

Health Score

87/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.0 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.2%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

98

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

426

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Stearns County, Minnesota

Stearns lives longer than the U.S. average

At 80.0 years, Stearns County residents live 1.6 years longer than the U.S. life expectancy of 78.4 years. The county's poor or fair health rate of 16.0% mirrors the national average, suggesting stable overall health outcomes across the lifespan.

Above average health in a healthy state

Stearns County outperforms Minnesota's state average life expectancy of 78.7 years by 1.3 years. The county ranks well within Minnesota's top tier for longevity and health outcomes.

Outpaced by Stevens, matched by Steele

Stevens County leads the region at 82.9 years, while Stearns and Steele County tie at 80.0 years. Stearns residents report better health than nearby Swift County (79.0 years), positioning the county in the upper half of regional performance.

Strong provider access supports care

With 98 primary care providers and 426 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, Stearns County significantly exceeds state benchmarks for healthcare access. Only 5.2% of residents lack insurance—below the state average of 6.0%—making healthcare more affordable and accessible across the county.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Stearns County, MN?
Stearns County has a health score of 87/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #38 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 Stearns County?
Life expectancy in Stearns County is 80.0 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Stearns County above the state average.
How does Stearns County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Stearns County's health score of 87/100 is above the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 80.0 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 5.2% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Stearns County?
Key health factors for Stearns County include: life expectancy (80.0 years), uninsured rate (5.2%), and primary care physician access (98:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 426:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Stearns County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 87/100 ("Excellent"), Stearns County is one of the healthier counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.0 years. 5.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Stearns County healthier than the Minnesota average?
Stearns 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.

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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.