Walworth County Health Data

Walworth County, Wisconsin

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

13.7%

State avg 16.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

19.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 43.1 per 100K

Dentists

8.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

7.6

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 Walworth County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureWalworthState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.3%38.9%37.6%near state average
Diabetes9.2%9.7%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure28.5%29.5%33.5%1.0 pts better than state
Depression22.8%24.6%24.1%1.8 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureWalworthState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.6%15.5%16.3%1.9 pts better than state
Binge Drinking22.3%21.4%17.8%0.9 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity25.2%27.0%27.0%1.8 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureWalworthState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.7%74.7%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)68.1%64.7%57.3%3.4 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)77.2%78.2%73.3%1.0 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureWalworthState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.3%17.3%18.6%1.0 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration33.1%34.1%37.3%1.0 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Walworth County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Walworth County Faces Fewer Primary Care Providers than National Median

Health data brief for Walworth County, Wisconsin.

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

In Walworth County, there are 43 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Meanwhile, the life expectancy for the county is 78.0 years, slightly longer than the Wisconsin state figure of 77.8 years and the national figure of 77 years. About 13.7% of adults report poor or fair health, compared to the national figure of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 7.8%, which is higher than the Wisconsin average of 7.0% but lower than the 10% national average. Access to mental health care shows a ratio of 149 providers per 100,000 people, which is below the national median of 250 providers. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Walworth 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.

Aurora Lakeland Medical Center

ER
5/5
(262) 741-2000
W3985 County Road Nn, Elkhorn, WI 53121
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Mercy Walworth Hospital & Medical Center

ER
3/5
(262) 245-0535
N2950 State Road 67, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
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 Walworth County, WI?
Walworth County has a health score of 79/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #31 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 Walworth County?
Life expectancy in Walworth County is 78.0 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Walworth County above the state average.
How does Walworth County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Walworth County's health score of 79/100 is above the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 78.0 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.8% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Walworth County?
Key health factors for Walworth County include: life expectancy (78.0 years), uninsured rate (7.8%), and primary care physician access (43:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 149:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Walworth County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 79/100 ("Excellent"), Walworth County is one of the healthier counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.0 years. 7.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Walworth County healthier than the Wisconsin average?
Walworth County's health score of 79/100 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. Walworth County has better primary care access (43:1 ratio) than the state average (65:1).

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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.