Oneida County Health Data

Oneida County, Wisconsin

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

82/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

State avg 77.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.9%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

71

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

296

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

13.9%

State avg 16.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

28.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 70.6 per 100K

Dentists

15.8

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

26.3

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 Oneida County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureOneidaState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity34.9%38.9%37.6%4.0 pts better than state
Diabetes9.3%9.7%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure29.1%29.5%33.5%near state average
Depression26.1%24.6%24.1%1.5 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureOneidaState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.6%15.5%16.3%0.9 pts better than state
Binge Drinking22.3%21.4%17.8%0.9 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity23.9%27.0%27.0%3.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureOneidaState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.8%74.7%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)66.3%64.7%57.3%1.6 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)77.7%78.2%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureOneidaState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.4%17.3%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration34.2%34.1%37.3%near state average

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

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

Data Story

Oneida County reports lower rate of poor or fair health

Health data brief for Oneida County, Wisconsin.

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

In Oneida County, 13.9% of residents report poor or fair health, a figure that is significantly lower than the national average of 17%. This suggests a different health profile than many other U.S. counties. The county maintains a mental health provider ratio of 296 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national median of 250. Primary care providers are available at a rate of 71 per 100,000, roughly mirroring the national median. Life expectancy stands at 77.9 years, nearly identical to the Wisconsin state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 6.9%, which is consistent with the state average of 7.0% and well below the national average of 10%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Oneida 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.

Marshfield Medical Center - Minocqua

ER
5/5
(715) 358-1710
9576 Highway 70, Minocqua, WI 54548
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital

ER
3/5
(715) 361-2000
2251 North Shore Dr, Rhinelander, WI 54501
Acute Care 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 Oneida County, WI?
Oneida County has a health score of 82/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #24 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 Oneida County?
Life expectancy in Oneida County is 77.9 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Oneida County above the state average.
How does Oneida County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Oneida County's health score of 82/100 is above the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 77.9 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 6.9% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Oneida County?
Key health factors for Oneida County include: life expectancy (77.9 years), uninsured rate (6.9%), and primary care physician access (71:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 296:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Oneida County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 82/100 ("Excellent"), Oneida County is one of the healthier counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.9 years. 6.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Oneida County healthier than the Wisconsin average?
Oneida County's health score of 82/100 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.

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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.