Sauk County Health Data
Sauk County, Wisconsin
Health Score
69/100
Average
Life Expectancy
77.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.7 yr
State avg 77.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.6%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
101
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
202
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Sauk County, Wisconsin
Sauk County slightly trails national life expectancy
At 77.7 years, Sauk County residents live just 0.1 years below the U.S. average, with 17.3% reporting poor or fair health slightly above national norms. Overall longevity masks a significant share of residents experiencing chronic health limitations.
Aligned with Wisconsin average
Sauk County's 77.7-year life expectancy nearly matches Wisconsin's 77.8-year average, while its 7.6% uninsured rate exceeds the state norm by 0.6 percentage points. This slight insurance gap, combined with 17.3% reporting poor/fair health, suggests room for improved access and coverage.
Strong provider network, moderate health outcomes
Sauk County's 101 primary care providers per 100K is the highest in the region, exceeding even Polk County (79 per 100K), while its 202 mental health providers per 100K is competitive. Despite this provider abundance, 77.7-year life expectancy trails Portage County (79.3) by 1.6 years, suggesting barriers beyond supply.
Ample providers don't guarantee access
Sauk County has robust primary care infrastructure with 101 providers per 100K, yet 7.6% of residents—roughly 2,500 people—lack health insurance, creating affordability barriers to using those services. The 17.3% poor/fair health rate indicates that supply alone doesn't overcome insurance, transportation, or health literacy gaps.
Your coverage matters in Sauk County
With excellent providers available, uninsured Sauk County residents are missing healthcare opportunities that could improve their health and financial security. If you're among the uninsured 7.6%, visit HealthCare.gov or Wisconsin Medicaid today—affordable coverage unlocks the county's strong provider network.
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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.