Door County Health Data

Door County, Wisconsin

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

80/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.2 yr

State avg 77.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

69

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

128

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.7%

State avg 16.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

13.2

per 100K residentsCDC: 69.1 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

33.0

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 Door County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureDoorState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity36.8%38.9%37.6%2.1 pts better than state
Diabetes8.6%9.7%11.2%1.1 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure27.9%29.5%33.5%1.6 pts better than state
Depression23.4%24.6%24.1%1.2 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureDoorState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking12.7%15.5%16.3%2.8 pts better than state
Binge Drinking21.7%21.4%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity23.9%27.0%27.0%3.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureDoorState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.2%74.7%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)64.3%64.7%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)79.1%78.2%73.3%0.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureDoorState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.0%17.3%18.6%1.3 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration33.8%34.1%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Door County nationally on physical inactivity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Door County life expectancy exceeds state and national averages

Health data brief for Door County, Wisconsin.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Door County residents have a life expectancy of 80.2 years, which is 2.4 years higher than the Wisconsin state average of 77.8 years and 3.2 years higher than the national average of 77 years. While life expectancy is notably high, the county's primary care provider ratio is 69 per 100,000, sitting just below the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 128 per 100,000, which is roughly half of the national median of 250 per 100,000 residents. The uninsured rate in Door County is 7.3%, which is higher than the Wisconsin average of 7.0% but lower than the national average of 10%. Additionally, 15.7% of residents report poor or fair health, a lower percentage than the national average of 17%. These figures are used by health agencies to understand regional differences in health status and healthcare access. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Door 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.

Door County Medical Center

ER
4/5
(920) 743-5566
323 South 18th Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Door County, WI?
Door County has a health score of 80/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #29 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 Door County?
Life expectancy in Door County is 80.2 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Door County above the state average.
How does Door County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Door County's health score of 80/100 is above the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 80.2 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.3% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Door County?
Key health factors for Door County include: life expectancy (80.2 years), uninsured rate (7.3%), and primary care physician access (69:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 128:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Door County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 80/100 ("Excellent"), Door County is one of the healthier counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.2 years. 7.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Door County healthier than the Wisconsin average?
Door County's health score of 80/100 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.