Juneau County Health Data

Juneau County, Wisconsin

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

60/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.0 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

75

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

222

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.7%

State avg 16.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

26.2

per 100K residentsCDC: 74.6 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

15.0

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 Juneau County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureJuneauState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.7%38.9%37.6%2.8 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.9%9.7%11.2%1.2 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure32.8%29.5%33.5%3.3 pts worse than state
Depression25.7%24.6%24.1%1.1 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureJuneauState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.8%15.5%16.3%3.3 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking21.5%21.4%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity30.0%27.0%27.0%3.0 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureJuneauState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup73.8%74.7%74.9%0.9 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)60.5%64.7%57.3%4.2 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.0%78.2%73.3%3.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureJuneauState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.3%17.3%18.6%1.0 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration34.3%34.1%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Juneau County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Juneau County Poor and Fair Health Rate Exceeds National Benchmark

Health data brief for Juneau County, Wisconsin.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Juneau County, 18.7% of residents report poor or fair health, a figure that is higher than the national average of 17%. The county reports a life expectancy of 76.0 years, which is shorter than the Wisconsin average of 77.8 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 7.3%, slightly above the state average of 7.0% but lower than the national 10% rate. The ratio of medical professionals includes 75 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national median of 70. There are 222 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Juneau 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.

Mile Bluff Medical Center

ER
4/5
(608) 847-6161
1050 Division St, Mauston, WI 53948
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

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 Juneau County, WI?
Juneau County has a health score of 60/100, rated "Average." It ranks #62 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 Juneau County?
Life expectancy in Juneau County is 76.0 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Juneau County below the state average.
How does Juneau County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Juneau County's health score of 60/100 is below the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 76.0 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.3% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Juneau County?
Key health factors for Juneau County include: life expectancy (76.0 years), uninsured rate (7.3%), and primary care physician access (75:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 222:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Juneau County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 60/100 ("Average"), Juneau County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.0 years. 7.3% 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 Juneau County?
Juneau County's health score of 60/100 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.