Grand Isle County Health Data

Grand Isle County, Vermont

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

91/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.5 yr

State avg 78.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.2%

State avg 5.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

67

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

94

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

12.6%

State avg 13.0%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

13.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 67.4 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

27.1

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Grand Isle County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGrand IsleState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity29.9%30.4%37.6%near state average
Diabetes6.9%7.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure27.9%27.4%33.5%near state average
Depression26.9%28.0%24.1%1.1 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGrand IsleState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking11.4%12.6%16.3%1.2 pts better than state
Binge Drinking19.5%18.9%17.8%0.6 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity17.1%19.1%27.0%2.0 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGrand IsleState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.6%72.7%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)68.1%67.0%57.3%1.1 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)78.7%75.8%73.3%2.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureGrand IsleState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.1%17.8%18.6%0.7 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration30.6%31.2%37.3%0.6 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Grand Isle County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Grand Isle County Mental Health Provider Ratio Below National Median

Health data brief for Grand Isle County, Vermont.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Grand Isle County has 94 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250. The county’s primary care provider ratio is 67 per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 70. The life expectancy in the county is 78.5 years, exceeding both the state average of 78.2 years and the national average of 77 years. For health coverage, the uninsured rate is 5.2%, compared to the Vermont state average of 5.1% and the national rate of 10%. About 12.6% of residents report poor or fair health, which is lower than the national figure of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Grand Isle County, Vermont

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Grand Isle County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Grand Isle County, VT?
Grand Isle County has a health score of 91/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #5 out of 14 counties in Vermont (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 Grand Isle County?
Life expectancy in Grand Isle County is 78.5 years. The Vermont state average is 78.2 years, making Grand Isle County above the state average.
How does Grand Isle County health compare to the Vermont average?
Grand Isle County's health score of 91/100 is above the Vermont average of 88/100. Life expectancy is 78.5 years vs. the state average of 78.2 years. The uninsured rate is 5.2% vs. 5.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Grand Isle County?
Key health factors for Grand Isle County include: life expectancy (78.5 years), uninsured rate (5.2%), and primary care physician access (67:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 94:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Grand Isle County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 91/100 ("Excellent"), Grand Isle County is one of the healthier counties in Vermont. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.5 years. 5.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Grand Isle County healthier than the Vermont average?
Grand Isle County's health score of 91/100 exceeds the Vermont average of 88/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Grand Isle County has better primary care access (67:1 ratio) than the state average (89:1).

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.