Rock County Health Data
Rock County, Wisconsin
Health Score
72/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.3 yr
State avg 77.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
51
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
228
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Rock County, Wisconsin
Rock County trails national life expectancy
At 76.3 years, Rock County residents live 1.5 years below the U.S. average, though the 15.8% poor/fair health rate is near national norms. This gap reflects demographic shifts, economic pressures, and health-limiting occupations that concentrate in the county's industrial base.
Below Wisconsin average health outcomes
Rock County's 76.3-year life expectancy trails Wisconsin's 77.8-year average by 1.5 years, while its 6.6% uninsured rate is one of the lowest in comparison counties. Strong insurance access masks underlying health disparities tied to income and employment patterns.
Middle performer with strong mental health access
Rock County's 76.3-year life expectancy matches Rusk County but trails Portage by 3 years; however, its 228 mental health providers per 100K is the highest in the region. Primary care availability at 51 per 100K is moderate, suggesting some residents face scheduling delays.
Insurance strength doesn't guarantee access
Rock County's 6.6% uninsured rate is among the lowest regionally, protecting most residents from catastrophic medical debt. However, 51 primary care providers per 100K means many appointments require weeks of waiting, and the 76.3-year life expectancy suggests chronic disease management remains uneven across the population.
Ensure continuous coverage
Rock County's strong insurance rates show what coverage can accomplish—but maintaining it is crucial, especially during job changes or family transitions. If your insurance status is uncertain, visit HealthCare.gov or Wisconsin Medicaid to verify enrollment; continuous coverage prevents gaps that derail treatment plans.
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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.