Todd County Health Data

Todd County, Minnesota

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

Data Story

About Health in Todd County, Minnesota

Todd exceeds U.S. life expectancy

Todd County residents live to 80.9 years on average, 2.5 years longer than the U.S. average of 78.4 years. However, at 16.8%, the county's poor or fair health rate exceeds both the national (16.0%) and state averages, indicating daily wellness challenges.

Longer lives, but daily struggles

Todd County's 80.9-year life expectancy beats Minnesota's state average of 78.7 years by 2.2 years. Yet its 16.8% poor or fair health rate ranks among the highest in the state, suggesting health disparities and daily wellness concerns.

Mixed outcomes in central region

Todd County's 80.9-year life expectancy places it above Swift (79.0 years) but below Stevens (82.9 years). However, Todd's 16.8% poor or fair health rate is the worst among central Minnesota peers, revealing underlying health challenges.

Mental health access severely limited

Todd County has 83 primary care providers per 100,000 residents but only 27 mental health providers—one of the lowest rates in the region. With 8.2% of residents uninsured—36% above the state average—many Todd County residents cannot access the mental health care they need.

Mental health access requires coverage

Todd County's severe shortage of mental health providers makes insurance even more critical for accessing care outside the county. MNsure.org can help you find coverage that includes mental health services and telehealth options.

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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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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.