Chippewa County Health Data

Chippewa County, Wisconsin

Health Score

84/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.8 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

72

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

102

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Chippewa County, Wisconsin

Chippewa outlives the nation

At 78.8 years, Chippewa County residents live longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years—a full 2.4-year advantage. The county's 14.9% poor/fair health rate also beats the national average of 18%, reflecting a generally healthier population despite rural challenges.

Wisconsin's upper tier

Chippewa ranks above Wisconsin's average life expectancy of 77.8 years, placing it in the state's stronger health performers. The county's 6.4% uninsured rate outpaces Wisconsin's 7.0% average, meaning more residents have coverage.

Steady health amid rural peers

Chippewa's 78.8-year life expectancy matches Crawford County and edges Clark County (76.8 years) by a healthy margin. With 72 primary care providers per 100K residents, Chippewa has solid access compared to Clark's 20 per 100K, though trails Dane's 128 per 100K.

Access and coverage working

Just 6.4% of Chippewa residents lack health insurance, and the county provides 102 mental health providers per 100K—well above many rural comparisons. This combination of coverage and provider availability supports consistent healthcare access for most residents.

Keep Chippewa covered

With strong baseline coverage, now is the time to review your options through the Health Insurance Marketplace or Wisconsin's Medicaid program. Even small improvements in enrollment can strengthen the county's health gains.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Chippewa County, WI?
Chippewa County has a health score of 84/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #21 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 Chippewa County?
Life expectancy in Chippewa County is 78.8 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Chippewa County above the state average.
How does Chippewa County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Chippewa County's health score of 84/100 is above the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 78.8 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 6.4% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Chippewa County?
Key health factors for Chippewa County include: life expectancy (78.8 years), uninsured rate (6.4%), and primary care physician access (72:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 102:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Chippewa County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 84/100 ("Excellent"), Chippewa County is one of the healthier counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.8 years. 6.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Chippewa County healthier than the Wisconsin average?
Chippewa County's health score of 84/100 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.