Hamlin County Health Data

Hamlin County, South Dakota

Health Score

68/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.3 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

16

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Hamlin County, South Dakota

Hamlin County near national average

At 77.3 years, Hamlin County residents live nearly a year below the U.S. average of 76.4 years—nearly matching national longevity. A 12.5% poor/fair health rate falls well short of the national average of 17%.

Slightly above state average

Hamlin County's 77.3-year life expectancy exceeds South Dakota's 75.4-year average by 1.9 years. The county performs solidly within state rankings for population health.

Competitive with surrounding counties

Hamlin County's 77.3-year life expectancy trails Haakon County (80.1 years) but exceeds Gregory County (73.7 years). The county maintains middle-tier performance among regional peers.

Limited primary care, near-average uninsurance

Hamlin County's 11.8% uninsured rate slightly exceeds South Dakota's 11.1% average. The county faces a significant primary care challenge with just 16 providers per 100,000 residents—well below regional norms.

Getting covered eases care access

With limited local primary care providers, ensuring insurance coverage helps Hamlin County residents access care effectively. Marketplace enrollment or Medicaid can connect you with providers and reduce out-of-pocket costs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hamlin County, SD?
Hamlin County has a health score of 68/100, rated "Average." It ranks #37 out of 66 counties in South Dakota (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 Hamlin County?
Life expectancy in Hamlin County is 77.3 years. The South Dakota state average is 75.4 years, making Hamlin County above the state average.
How does Hamlin County health compare to the South Dakota average?
Hamlin County's health score of 68/100 is above the South Dakota average of 60/100. Life expectancy is 77.3 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 11.8% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Hamlin County?
Key health factors for Hamlin County include: life expectancy (77.3 years), uninsured rate (11.8%), and primary care physician access (16:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hamlin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 68/100 ("Average"), Hamlin County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in South Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.3 years. 11.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Hamlin County healthier than the South Dakota average?
Hamlin County's health score of 68/100 exceeds the South Dakota average of 60/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Hamlin County has better primary care access (16:1 ratio) than the state average (62:1).

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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.