Sheboygan County Health Data

Sheboygan County, Wisconsin

Health Score

86/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

78.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.1 yr

State avg 77.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

61

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

181

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin

Sheboygan outpaces national health benchmarks

At 78.1 years, Sheboygan County residents live 1.7 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Only 14.3% report poor or fair health—a full point below the national average of 13%—reflecting strong community health outcomes.

Top tier health among Wisconsin counties

Sheboygan's 78.1-year life expectancy ranks above Wisconsin's 77.8-year state average, placing it in the healthier counties statewide. At 5.4% uninsured, the county significantly outperforms the state's 7% average, suggesting better healthcare access and engagement.

Second-healthiest in the region

Sheboygan's 78.1-year life expectancy trails only St. Croix County (79.8 years) among nearby regions while outpacing Shawano (77.6) and Vilas (76.5). The county's low uninsured rate of 5.4% is among the best in Wisconsin and reflects a more insured, engaged population.

Strong insurance coverage, solid provider access

Sheboygan's 5.4% uninsured rate is the lowest among the profiled counties, with robust coverage driving preventive care and early treatment. The county maintains 61 primary care providers per 100K residents and 181 mental health providers per 100K, both supporting accessible healthcare.

Maintain your coverage advantage

Sheboygan's strong insurance rates show what's possible when people have access and understanding. If you're uninsured or underinsured, now's the time to explore marketplace plans at healthcare.gov or check if you qualify for Medicaid.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sheboygan County, WI?
Sheboygan County has a health score of 86/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #13 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 Sheboygan County?
Life expectancy in Sheboygan County is 78.1 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Sheboygan County above the state average.
How does Sheboygan County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Sheboygan County's health score of 86/100 is above the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 78.1 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 5.4% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Sheboygan County?
Key health factors for Sheboygan County include: life expectancy (78.1 years), uninsured rate (5.4%), and primary care physician access (61:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 181:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sheboygan County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 86/100 ("Excellent"), Sheboygan County is one of the healthier counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.1 years. 5.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Sheboygan County healthier than the Wisconsin average?
Sheboygan County's health score of 86/100 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. Sheboygan County has better primary care access (61:1 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.