Price County Health Data

Price County, Wisconsin

Health Score

76/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.4 yr

State avg 77.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.1%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

14

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

99

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Price County, Wisconsin

Price County meets U.S. life expectancy

At 78.4 years, Price County residents live 0.6 years above the national average, though 16.1% report poor or fair health—roughly in line with U.S. norms. This modest health profile masks significant challenges in healthcare infrastructure for a rural county.

Slightly above Wisconsin average

Price County's 78.4-year life expectancy edges 0.6 years above Wisconsin's 77.8-year average, while its 7.1% uninsured rate matches the state norm. Despite holding health metrics steady, the county's provider infrastructure lags significantly behind state peers.

Facing rural healthcare challenge

Price County's 14 primary care providers per 100K is dramatically lower than Polk County (79 per 100K) and Sauk County (101 per 100K), ranking it as the most provider-sparse county in the region. Mental health provider availability at 99 per 100K also trails peers, suggesting residents travel long distances for specialty care.

Rural isolation compounds care access

With only 14 primary care providers per 100K, Price County residents often drive 30+ minutes for routine checkups, delaying preventive care and early interventions. The 7.1% uninsured rate affects roughly 1,400 residents, many of whom lack means to travel for distant, more costly emergency services.

Coverage matters in remote areas

In rural Price County, health insurance isn't just important—it's essential when emergency care means a long drive to the nearest hospital. If you're uninsured, contact a local health department or visit HealthCare.gov to enroll in Wisconsin Medicaid, which often covers telehealth services ideal for remote communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Price County, WI?
Price County has a health score of 76/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #34 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 Price County?
Life expectancy in Price County is 78.4 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Price County above the state average.
How does Price County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Price County's health score of 76/100 is above the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 78.4 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.1% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Price County?
Key health factors for Price County include: life expectancy (78.4 years), uninsured rate (7.1%), and primary care physician access (14:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 99:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Price County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 76/100 ("Excellent"), Price County is one of the healthier counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.4 years. 7.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Price County healthier than the Wisconsin average?
Price County's health score of 76/100 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. Price County has better primary care access (14:1 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.