Wilkin County Health Data
Wilkin County, Minnesota
Health Score
78/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
75.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.6 yr
State avg 78.7 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.1%
State avg 6.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
31
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
270
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Wilkin County, Minnesota
Wilkin faces significant longevity challenge
At 75.6 years, Wilkin County's life expectancy is 3.3 years below the U.S. average of 78.9 years—one of the lowest in Minnesota. With 15.2% reporting poor or fair health, the county reflects broader rural health challenges.
Shortest lifespan in Minnesota cohort
Wilkin County's 75.6-year life expectancy ranks significantly below Minnesota's 78.7-year average, marking it as one of the state's lowest-performing counties for longevity. The county faces considerable health equity challenges compared to state benchmarks.
Substantially healthier neighbors surround
Residents of Wilkin live about 4 years shorter than those in neighboring Wright (80.0 years) and Winona (80.2 years) counties, and 3.4 years shorter than Waseca (79.3 years). Even Yellow Medicine County residents live 3.1 years longer.
Limited primary care, stronger mental health access
Wilkin County's uninsured rate of 4.1% is relatively low, but the county has just 31 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—below most peers. Mental health support is notably strong at 270 providers per 100,000, suggesting investments in behavioral health.
Ensure continuous healthcare coverage
Although Wilkin's uninsured rate is modest at 4.1%, maintaining continuous coverage is vital given the county's health challenges. Verify your coverage annually at MNsure.org or call 1-855-366-7873.
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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.