Marshall County Health Data

Marshall County, South Dakota

Health Score

75/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.3 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.5%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

23

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Marshall County, South Dakota

Marshall County's moderate health standing

Marshall County's 79.3-year life expectancy sits about 4 years below the U.S. average, with 12.9% of residents reporting poor or fair health. The county faces health challenges slightly above national norms but manages better outcomes than many rural peers.

Slightly above South Dakota average

Marshall County's life expectancy of 79.3 years exceeds the state average of 75.4 years by 3.9 years, placing it in the upper-middle tier of South Dakota counties. The county's 12.9% poor/fair health rate aligns closely with statewide patterns.

Midfield among rural neighbors

Marshall County's 79.3-year life expectancy outpaces Lyman County (68.3 years) by 11 years but trails Lincoln County (83.8 years) by 4.5 years. The county represents a healthy middle ground within its region.

Moderate coverage, limited primary care

Marshall County's 10.5% uninsured rate is slightly below the state average, but the county has just 23 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, suggesting geographic or supply constraints. Mental health provider data is limited, indicating potential gaps in behavioral health services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Marshall County, SD?
Marshall County has a health score of 75/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #18 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 Marshall County?
Life expectancy in Marshall County is 79.3 years. The South Dakota state average is 75.4 years, making Marshall County above the state average.
How does Marshall County health compare to the South Dakota average?
Marshall County's health score of 75/100 is above the South Dakota average of 60/100. Life expectancy is 79.3 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 10.5% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Marshall County?
Key health factors for Marshall County include: life expectancy (79.3 years), uninsured rate (10.5%), and primary care physician access (23:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Marshall County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 75/100 ("Excellent"), Marshall County is one of the healthier counties in South Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.3 years. 10.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Marshall County healthier than the South Dakota average?
Marshall County's health score of 75/100 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. Marshall County has better primary care access (23:1 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.