Grant County Health Data

Grant County, Wisconsin

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

65/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.0 yr

State avg 77.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

177

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.9%

State avg 16.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

11.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 42.2 per 100K

Dentists

3.9

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

5.8

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 Grant County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity42.7%38.9%37.6%3.8 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.3%9.7%11.2%0.6 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure29.4%29.5%33.5%near state average
Depression25.2%24.6%24.1%0.6 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.5%15.5%16.3%1.0 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking21.4%21.4%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity30.8%27.0%27.0%3.8 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.6%74.7%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)61.4%64.7%57.3%3.3 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)77.8%78.2%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.0%17.3%18.6%0.7 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration35.9%34.1%37.3%1.8 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Grant County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Grant County Primary Care Provider Availability Below National Median

Health data brief for Grant County, Wisconsin.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

The primary care provider ratio in Grant County is 42 per 100,000 residents, notably lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health provider availability is 177 per 100,000, also below the national median of 250. Life expectancy is 78.0 years, slightly higher than both the Wisconsin state average of 77.8 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate for the county is 8.7%, which is higher than the state average of 7.0% but remains lower than the national 10% rate. Survey results indicate 17.9% of adults report poor or fair health, compared to 17% nationally. Clinical data is sourced from the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Grant 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.

Grant Regional Health Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(608) 723-2143
507 S Monroe St, Lancaster, WI 53813
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Gundersen Boscobel Area Hospital and Clinics

ER
Not rated by CMS
(608) 375-4112
205 Parker St, Boscobel, WI 53805
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Southwest Health Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(608) 348-2331
1400 East Side Rd, Platteville, WI 53818
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 Grant County, WI?
Grant County has a health score of 65/100, rated "Average." It ranks #55 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 Grant County?
Life expectancy in Grant County is 78.0 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Grant County above the state average.
How does Grant County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Grant County's health score of 65/100 is below the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 78.0 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 8.7% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Grant County?
Key health factors for Grant County include: life expectancy (78.0 years), uninsured rate (8.7%), and primary care physician access (42:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 177:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Grant County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 65/100 ("Average"), Grant County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.0 years. 8.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Grant County?
Grant County's health score of 65/100 is below the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.