Barron County Health Data

Barron County, Wisconsin

Health Score

70/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.7 yr

State avg 77.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

101

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

103

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Barron County, Wisconsin

Life expectancy meets national average

Barron County residents live to 77.7 years on average, matching the U.S. life expectancy of roughly 78 years. With 17.2% of adults reporting poor or fair health, the county performs in line with national norms but has clear room for improvement.

Essentially at state average

At 77.7 years, Barron County's life expectancy is nearly identical to Wisconsin's 77.8-year average. This puts the county in the healthy middle of the state's performance—competitive but not leading.

Balanced health profile among peers

Barron County's 77.7-year life expectancy places it solidly in the middle of neighboring counties like Dunn and Polk. The 17.2% poor/fair health rate is comparable to regional averages, suggesting consistent health outcomes across northwestern Wisconsin.

Good provider access supports residents

Barron County offers 101 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 103 mental health providers—both above state averages. With a 7.5% uninsured rate just slightly above the state average of 7%, most residents have a path to regular care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Barron County, WI?
Barron County has a health score of 70/100, rated "Average." It ranks #47 out of 72 counties in Wisconsin (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 Barron County?
Life expectancy in Barron County is 77.7 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Barron County below the state average.
How does Barron County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Barron County's health score of 70/100 is below the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 77.7 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.5% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Barron County?
Key health factors for Barron County include: life expectancy (77.7 years), uninsured rate (7.5%), and primary care physician access (101:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 103:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Barron County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 70/100 ("Average"), Barron County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.7 years. 7.5% 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 Barron County?
Barron County's health score of 70/100 is below the Wisconsin average of 74/100. 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.