Winnebago County Health Data

Winnebago County, Wisconsin

Health Score

84/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

State avg 77.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.7%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

79

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

299

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Winnebago County, Wisconsin

Winnebago matches America's health baseline

Winnebago County's 77.9-year life expectancy aligns closely with the U.S. average of 77.2 years, with 14.8% reporting poor or fair health. The county represents typical American health outcomes, neither standout nor struggling.

Winnebago hovers near state average

At 77.9 years, Winnebago's life expectancy slightly exceeds Wisconsin's 77.8-year average, placing it solidly in the state's middle tier. The county performs roughly in line with state benchmarks across most metrics.

Outpaces rural counties, trails suburbs

Winnebago (77.9 years) meaningfully outperforms rural Washburn (76.0), Waupaca (76.5), and Waushara (77.6), but trails affluent Waukesha (80.3) and Washington (79.6) counties. Its 299 mental health providers per 100K signal robust psychiatric care—among the best in this group.

Below-average uninsured rate, solid provider access

Winnebago's 5.7% uninsured rate beats the state average, while 79 primary care providers per 100K offers reasonable appointment availability. Most residents can access preventive care without long delays or coverage barriers.

Use open enrollment to optimize coverage

Winnebago's strong coverage baseline means most residents hold plans, but annual enrollment periods let you review options for better fit or savings. If you're in the 5.7% uninsured, local health centers and navigators can guide you to affordable marketplace or Medicaid plans.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Winnebago County, WI?
Winnebago County has a health score of 84/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #19 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 Winnebago County?
Life expectancy in Winnebago County is 77.9 years. The Wisconsin state average is 77.8 years, making Winnebago County above the state average.
How does Winnebago County health compare to the Wisconsin average?
Winnebago County's health score of 84/100 is above the Wisconsin average of 74/100. Life expectancy is 77.9 years vs. the state average of 77.8 years. The uninsured rate is 5.7% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Winnebago County?
Key health factors for Winnebago County include: life expectancy (77.9 years), uninsured rate (5.7%), and primary care physician access (79:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 299:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Winnebago County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 84/100 ("Excellent"), Winnebago County is one of the healthier counties in Wisconsin. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.9 years. 5.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Winnebago County healthier than the Wisconsin average?
Winnebago County's health score of 84/100 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.

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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.