Walworth County Health Data
Walworth County, Wisconsin
Health Score
79/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
78.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.0 yr
State avg 77.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.8%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
43
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
149
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Walworth County, Wisconsin
Walworth lives slightly longer than average
At 78.0 years, Walworth County residents live about 0.8 years longer than the U.S. average of 77.2 years. The county's 13.7% poor or fair health rate aligns closely with national trends, suggesting overall health outcomes comparable to the country as a whole.
Walworth edges ahead in state standings
Walworth's 78.0-year life expectancy ranks slightly above Wisconsin's 77.8-year average, positioning the county in the upper half of the state's health rankings. This modest advantage reflects relatively consistent healthcare access across the county's communities.
Stronger than rural northern neighbors
Walworth outpaces Washburn County (76.0 years) and Waupaca County (76.5 years), but trails the higher-performing eastern suburbs like Waukesha (80.3 years) and Washington (79.6 years). The gap widens notably in mental health provider availability: Walworth has 149 per 100K while Waukesha offers 315 per 100K.
Rising uninsured rates challenge access
Walworth's 7.8% uninsured rate exceeds the state average of 7.0%, leaving roughly 1 in 13 residents without coverage. With 43 primary care providers per 100K—below the state's peer average—residents in underserved pockets may face longer waits for preventive appointments.
Explore your coverage options today
If you're among Walworth's 7.8% uninsured, connecting with a health insurance broker or visiting Wisconsin's marketplace can unlock affordable options and preventive care. Many employers and community health centers offer enrollment assistance during open season or upon qualifying life events.
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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.