Kewaunee County Health Data

Kewaunee County, Wisconsin

Health Score

89/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.9 yr

State avg 77.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

54

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

87

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Kewaunee County, Wisconsin

Kewaunee County leads in life expectancy

At 79.9 years, Kewaunee County residents live nearly 2 years longer than the U.S. average of 77.9 years. Only 14.6% report poor or fair health, well below the national rate of 17.4%, marking one of the healthiest populations in this group.

Kewaunee County exceeds state life expectancy

Kewaunee County's 79.9-year life expectancy is the highest among all eight counties and significantly above Wisconsin's 77.8-year average. This 2.1-year advantage reflects sustained excellent health outcomes.

Kewaunee County outshines all regional peers

With a 79.9-year life expectancy and 14.6% poor/fair health rate, Kewaunee County is the top performer in this eight-county group, surpassing even Iowa County (79.7 years). The county's health advantage is clear and consistent across all key metrics.

Low uninsured rate, solid provider access

Kewaunee County's 5.9% uninsured rate is among the lowest here and below Wisconsin's 7.0% average. With 54 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, the county combines strong coverage and reasonably accessible care.

Keep Kewaunee County coverage strong

Nearly 6% of Kewaunee County residents are uninsured. Maintain this county's health leadership by checking your coverage at Healthcare.gov and ensuring everyone in your household stays protected.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Kewaunee County, WI?
Kewaunee County has a health score of 89/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #10 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 Kewaunee County?
Life expectancy in Kewaunee County is 79.9 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Kewaunee County above the state average.
How does Kewaunee County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Kewaunee County's health score of 89/100 is above the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 79.9 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 5.9% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Kewaunee County?
Key health factors for Kewaunee County include: life expectancy (79.9 years), uninsured rate (5.9%), and primary care physician access (54:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 87:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Kewaunee County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 89/100 ("Excellent"), Kewaunee County is one of the healthier counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.9 years. 5.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Kewaunee County healthier than the Wisconsin average?
Kewaunee County's health score of 89/100 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. Kewaunee County has better primary care access (54:1 ratio) than the state average (65:1).

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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.