Buffalo County Health Data
Buffalo County, Wisconsin
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
88/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
81.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
81.7 yr
State avg 77.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.4%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
23
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
15
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
14.7%
State avg 16.2%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
22.5
per 100K residentsCDC: 22.6 per 100K
Dentists
15.0
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 Buffalo County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Buffalo | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 39.4% | 38.9% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 9.4% | 9.7% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% | 29.5% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 25.4% | 24.6% | 24.1% | 0.8 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Buffalo | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.4% | 15.5% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 21.9% | 21.4% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% | 27.0% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Buffalo | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 74.6% | 74.7% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 68.0% | 64.7% | 57.3% | 3.3 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 79.3% | 78.2% | 73.3% | 1.1 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Buffalo | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 17.4% | 17.3% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 34.3% | 34.1% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Buffalo County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Buffalo County Mental Health Provider Ratio Among Lowest in Region
Health data brief for Buffalo County, Wisconsin.
Buffalo County reports 15 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The primary care provider ratio is also lower than national benchmarks, at 23 providers per 100,000 compared to the national median of 70. In contrast to these clinical provider figures, the county reports a life expectancy of 81.7 years, which is notably higher than the state average of 77.8 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 6.4%, falling below both the state average of 7.0% and the 10% national rate. Furthermore, 14.7% of residents report poor or fair health, a percentage that is lower than the national average of 17%. These metrics describe the local healthcare landscape and general longevity within Buffalo County. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Buffalo County, Wisconsin
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 Buffalo 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.
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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.