Douglas County Health Data
Douglas County, Wisconsin
Health Score
81/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
76.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.4 yr
State avg 77.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.7%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
25
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
183
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Douglas County, Wisconsin
Douglas faces uphill health battle
At 76.4 years, Douglas matches the U.S. average exactly, but the county's 13.8% poor/fair health rate is better than the national 18%, suggesting selective health vulnerabilities rather than broad population sickness. The 5.7% uninsured rate beats the national average, meaning coverage gaps aren't the primary driver of outcomes.
Wisconsin's lowest life expectancy
Douglas ranks among Wisconsin's lowest counties on life expectancy at 76.4 years, falling 1.4 years short of the state average of 77.8. The 5.7% uninsured rate is better than Wisconsin's 7.0%, indicating that coverage isn't the core issue.
Shortest life span in cohort
At 76.4 years, Douglas has the lowest life expectancy in its peer group—trailing Dane by 4.4 years and even Clark by 0.4 years. With only 25 primary care providers per 100K, Douglas has the second-lowest provider density regionally, which may limit chronic disease management.
Provider shortage amid low disease burden
Douglas's 13.8% poor/fair health rate is competitive, but at just 25 primary care providers per 100K, residents face serious access challenges for managing preventive care and complex conditions. Mental health providers at 183 per 100K show strength in behavioral health, but primary care gaps undermine holistic care.
Douglas needs coverage and care
With 5.7% uninsured, Douglas's challenge is accessing quality primary care, not just getting covered; those without insurance should enroll immediately via healthcare.gov, and all residents should work with health providers on preventive strategies. Coverage is only the first step toward improving longevity.
eHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Douglas County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in Wisconsin.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Douglas County, WI?
What is the life expectancy in Douglas County?
How does Douglas County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
What health factors affect Douglas County?
Is Douglas County a healthy place to live?
Why is Douglas County healthier than the Wisconsin average?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.