Todd County Health Data

Todd County, South Dakota

Health Score

9/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

58.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

58.8 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.2%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

22

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

98

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Todd County, South Dakota

Todd faces profound health crisis

Todd County's life expectancy of 58.8 years is more than 18 years below the U.S. average—the lowest in this group by far. Nearly one-third (33.2%) of residents report poor or fair health, a rate that rivals the worst-performing U.S. counties.

Severe health disparities within South Dakota

Todd County's life expectancy trails South Dakota's state average by 16.6 years, creating a stark health divide. The 33.2% poor/fair health rate indicates systemic challenges to community wellness.

Lowest primary care access in the region

Todd has only 22 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—less than one-quarter of Stanley County's 99. Mental health support is available at 98 providers per 100K, but primary care scarcity limits preventive care.

Health insurance gap compounds existing barriers

Todd County's uninsured rate of 13.2% exceeds the state average, meaning coverage barriers compound provider shortages. The combination of limited providers and uninsured residents creates compounding obstacles to care.

Health coverage is your first step forward

In Todd County, securing insurance is critical—13% of residents lack coverage, making access even harder. Visit Healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to enroll and get connected to care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Todd County, SD?
Todd County has a health score of 9/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #64 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 Todd County?
Life expectancy in Todd County is 58.8 years. The South Dakota state average is 75.4 years, making Todd County below the state average.
How does Todd County health compare to the South Dakota average?
Todd County's health score of 9/100 is below the South Dakota average of 60/100. Life expectancy is 58.8 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 13.2% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Todd County?
Key health factors for Todd County include: life expectancy (58.8 years), uninsured rate (13.2%), and primary care physician access (22:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 98:1 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 9/100 ("Below Average"), Todd County faces health challenges compared to other counties in South Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 58.8 years. 13.2% 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 9/100 is below the South Dakota average of 60/100. The uninsured rate of 13.2% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. 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.