Shawano County Health Data

Shawano County, Wisconsin

Health Score

73/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.6 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

54

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

178

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Shawano County, Wisconsin

Shawano life expectancy meets national baseline

At 77.6 years, Shawano County residents live slightly longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years. The county's 15.9% poor/fair health rate remains above the national average of 13%, though it reflects better overall outcomes than some Wisconsin peers.

Above average health in Wisconsin

Shawano's 77.6-year life expectancy exceeds Wisconsin's state average of 77.8 years by a narrow margin, placing the county in the healthier half of the state's counties. At 7.6% uninsured, Shawano remains slightly above Wisconsin's 7% average.

Competitive with regional peers

Shawano's life expectancy mirrors Vilas County (76.5 years) but trails St. Croix County (79.8 years) and Taylor County (79.2 years). The county's primary care provider ratio of 54 per 100K is lower than Sawyer's but reflects access challenges common across rural Wisconsin.

Modest insurance gaps, adequate primary care

At 7.6% uninsured, Shawano's rate slightly exceeds the state baseline, leaving roughly 800 residents without health coverage. The county offers 54 primary care providers per 100K residents, though mental health support at 178 per 100K remains below optimal levels.

Close the coverage gap in Shawano

Nearly 1 in 13 Shawano residents lacks health insurance, creating risks for preventive care and emergency costs. Check your eligibility for Wisconsin BadgerCare Plus or Marketplace plans at healthcare.gov to secure affordable coverage today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Shawano County, WI?
Shawano County has a health score of 73/100, rated "Average." It ranks #39 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 Shawano County?
Life expectancy in Shawano County is 77.6 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Shawano County below the state average.
How does Shawano County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Shawano County's health score of 73/100 is below the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 77.6 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Shawano County?
Key health factors for Shawano County include: life expectancy (77.6 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (54:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 178:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Shawano County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 73/100 ("Average"), Shawano County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.6 years. 7.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Shawano County?
Shawano County's health score of 73/100 is below the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.