Taylor County Health Data

Taylor County, Wisconsin

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

74/100

Average

Life Expectancy

79.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.2 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

25

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

125

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.0%

State avg 16.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

30.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 25.1 per 100K

Dentists

20.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

15.0

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Taylor County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureTaylorState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity44.1%38.9%37.6%5.2 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.5%9.7%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure30.0%29.5%33.5%near state average
Depression23.3%24.6%24.1%1.3 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureTaylorState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.7%15.5%16.3%1.2 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking20.8%21.4%17.8%0.6 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity29.7%27.0%27.0%2.7 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureTaylorState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.2%74.7%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)63.6%64.7%57.3%1.1 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)79.9%78.2%73.3%1.7 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureTaylorState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.2%17.3%18.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration34.4%34.1%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Taylor County nationally on obesity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Taylor County Primary Care Provider Ratios Below National Median

Health data brief for Taylor County, Wisconsin.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Taylor County has 25 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is significantly lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Similarly, the county has 125 mental health providers per 100,000 people, which is exactly half the national median of 250. In terms of health outcomes, life expectancy is 79.2 years, which is longer than the Wisconsin state average of 77.8 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 7.6%, higher than the state average of 7.0% but lower than the national average of 10%. Exactly 17.0% of the population reports poor or fair health, matching the national average of 17%. This report summarizes key statistics from the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System and the CDC. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Taylor County, Wisconsin

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Aspirus Medford Hospital & Clinics, Inc

ER
Not rated by CMS
(715) 748-8100
135 S Gibson St, Medford, WI 54451
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Taylor County, WI?
Taylor County has a health score of 74/100, rated "Average." It ranks #38 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 Taylor County?
Life expectancy in Taylor County is 79.2 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Taylor County above the state average.
How does Taylor County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Taylor County's health score of 74/100 is below the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 79.2 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Taylor County?
Key health factors for Taylor County include: life expectancy (79.2 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (25:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 125:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Taylor County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 74/100 ("Average"), Taylor County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.2 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 Taylor County?
Taylor County's health score of 74/100 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.