Dodge County Health Data
Dodge County, Wisconsin
Health Score
70/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.7 yr
State avg 77.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.9%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
57
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
135
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Dodge County, Wisconsin
Dodge's health challenges run deep
At 76.7 years, Dodge's life expectancy slightly edges the U.S. average of 76.4, but the 17.9% poor/fair health rate matches the national average, suggesting chronic disease burden is catching up with residents. The 5.9% uninsured rate is better than national norms, indicating coverage isn't the primary barrier here.
Below Wisconsin average
Dodge's 76.7-year life expectancy falls nearly 1.1 years short of Wisconsin's 77.8-year average, placing it among the state's lower-performing counties. The 5.9% uninsured rate is slightly better than the state's 7.0%, but coverage alone hasn't bridged the life expectancy gap.
Lowest life expectancy in region
At 76.7 years, Dodge has the shortest life expectancy among regional peers, trailing Dane by 4.1 years and even Clark by just 0.1 years. With 57 primary care providers per 100K, Dodge has moderate access, but 135 mental health providers per 100K suggest untreated behavioral health needs.
Coverage adequate, outcomes lagging
While 94.1% of Dodge residents have insurance, the 17.9% poor/fair health rate suggests chronic disease, lifestyle factors, or healthcare quality issues are limiting longevity. The county's 57 primary care providers per 100K may be insufficient to manage diabetes, hypertension, and obesity prevalence.
Dodge needs health action
With coverage mostly in place, Dodge's challenge now is preventive care and disease management; those 5.9% uninsured should enroll immediately to strengthen their health. Visit healthcare.gov or check BadgerCare+ eligibility to ensure you're not missing prevention opportunities.
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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.