Todd County Health Data

Todd County, Minnesota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

74/100

Average

Life Expectancy

80.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.9 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.2%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

83

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

27

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.8%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

19.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 83.2 per 100K

Dentists

19.7

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

19.7

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 Todd County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureToddState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.6%37.0%37.6%2.6 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.9%9.3%11.2%0.6 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure30.2%28.6%33.5%1.6 pts worse than state
Depression26.0%25.3%24.1%0.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureToddState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.6%15.7%16.3%2.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking19.7%20.3%17.8%0.6 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity26.7%24.1%27.0%2.6 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureToddState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.4%72.0%74.9%1.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)60.9%64.7%57.3%3.8 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.8%77.1%73.3%1.3 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureToddState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.8%17.0%18.6%0.8 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration31.4%31.5%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Todd County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Todd County Mental Health Provider Ratio Significantly Below National Median

Health data brief for Todd County, Minnesota.

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

Todd County has 27 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure far lower than the national median of 250. In contrast, the county's primary care provider ratio is 83 per 100,000, which is higher than the national median of 70. The uninsured rate stands at 8.2%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 6.0% but lower than the national average of 10%. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.9 years, surpassing both the state average of 78.7 years and the national average of 77 years. Data from the CDC indicates that 16.8% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, which is nearly identical to the national average of 17%. These figures are collected from the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System and health rankings data. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Todd 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.

Centracare Health System - Long Prairie

ER
Not rated by CMS
(320) 732-2141
50 Centracare Drive, Long Prairie, MN 56347
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Lakewood Health System

ER
Not rated by CMS
(218) 894-1515
49725 County Road 83, Staples, MN 56479
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Other

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 Todd County, MN?
Todd County has a health score of 74/100, rated "Average." It ranks #73 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 Todd County?
Life expectancy in Todd County is 80.9 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Todd County above the state average.
How does Todd County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Todd County's health score of 74/100 is below the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 80.9 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 8.2% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Todd County?
Key health factors for Todd County include: life expectancy (80.9 years), uninsured rate (8.2%), and primary care physician access (83:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 27:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Todd County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 74/100 ("Average"), Todd County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.9 years. 8.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Todd County?
Todd County's health score of 74/100 is below the Minnesota average of 83/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.