Kenosha County Health Data

Kenosha County, Wisconsin

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

69/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

State avg 77.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

49

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

26.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 49.2 per 100K

Dentists

5.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

8.9

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 Kenosha County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureKenoshaState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.1%38.9%37.6%1.2 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.0%9.7%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure30.6%29.5%33.5%1.1 pts worse than state
Depression24.7%24.6%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureKenoshaState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.7%15.5%16.3%0.8 pts better than state
Binge Drinking20.7%21.4%17.8%0.7 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity26.7%27.0%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureKenoshaState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.1%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)78.6%78.2%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureKenoshaState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.7%17.3%18.6%0.6 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration36.6%34.1%37.3%2.5 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Kenosha 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

Kenosha County Primary Care Access Trails National Provider Median

Health data brief for Kenosha County, Wisconsin.

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

Kenosha County has 49 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The county’s life expectancy stands at 76.7 years, lower than the Wisconsin state average of 77.8 years and the national average of 77 years. Records show 17.9% of adults report poor or fair health, higher than the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 6.5%, which is lower than the state average of 7.0% and the national rate of 10%. Additionally, there are 177 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, falling below the national median of 250. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Kenosha 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.

Aurora Medical Center Kenosha

ER
4/5
(262) 948-5600
10400 75th St, Kenosha, WI 53142
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Froedtert South Inc.

ER
2/5
(262) 656-2368
6308 Eighth Ave, Kenosha, WI 53143
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Local

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 Kenosha County, WI?
Kenosha County has a health score of 69/100, rated "Average." It ranks #50 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 Kenosha County?
Life expectancy in Kenosha County is 76.7 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Kenosha County below the state average.
How does Kenosha County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Kenosha County's health score of 69/100 is below the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 76.7 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 6.5% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Kenosha County?
Key health factors for Kenosha County include: life expectancy (76.7 years), uninsured rate (6.5%), and primary care physician access (49:1 (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 Kenosha County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 69/100 ("Average"), Kenosha County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.7 years. 6.5% 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 Kenosha County?
Kenosha County's health score of 69/100 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.