Brown County Health Data

Brown County, Wisconsin

Health Score

81/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.7 yr

State avg 77.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.6%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

69

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

262

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Brown County, Wisconsin

Life expectancy exceeds U.S. average

Brown County residents live to 78.7 years on average, nearly a full year longer than the U.S. life expectancy of roughly 78 years. With 15.3% reporting poor or fair health—below national averages—the county demonstrates above-average population health.

Above Wisconsin's health average

At 78.7 years, Brown County's life expectancy exceeds Wisconsin's 77.8-year average by nearly a year, ranking it among the state's stronger performers. The 15.3% poor/fair health rate reinforces this advantage, placing the county solidly in the upper tier statewide.

Outpaces adjacent counties

Brown County's 78.7-year life expectancy and 15.3% poor/fair health rate both outperform neighboring Door, Kewaunee, and Oconto counties. As Wisconsin's fourth-largest county, this urban advantage helps deliver better health outcomes.

Solid access drives positive outcomes

Brown County offers 69 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 262 mental health providers—both above state averages. With a 6.6% uninsured rate below the state average of 7%, most residents have healthcare access, supporting the county's strong life expectancy.

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6.6% of Brown County residents remain uninsured, slightly below the state average. Ensure your family is covered by exploring BadgerCare+, marketplace plans, and employer options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Brown County, WI?
Brown County has a health score of 81/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #25 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 Brown County?
Life expectancy in Brown County is 78.7 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Brown County above the state average.
How does Brown County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Brown County's health score of 81/100 is above the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 78.7 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 6.6% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Brown County?
Key health factors for Brown County include: life expectancy (78.7 years), uninsured rate (6.6%), and primary care physician access (69:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 262:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Brown County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 81/100 ("Excellent"), Brown County is one of the healthier counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.7 years. 6.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Brown County healthier than the Wisconsin average?
Brown County's health score of 81/100 exceeds the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.