Where Aldrich residents get care
CDC publishes only some of its health estimates for Aldrich, not the seven a Health Grade needs; here is what we do have.
Modeled estimates for adults 18+, from ZIP code 56434. How CDC estimates town health
What stands out about health in Aldrich
COPD, stroke and diabetes run high in Aldrich
1 in 12 adults have COPD (8.5%), vs 5.4% across Minnesota. 1 in 25 adults have had a stroke (4%), vs 3.1% across Minnesota. Diabetes is also above the state: 13%, vs 10.1% across Minnesota. In all, Aldrich runs above Minnesota on eight of 11 chronic conditions. Conditions ↓
Smoking is more common in Aldrich
1 in 5 adults smoke cigarettes (20.6%), vs 13.1% across Minnesota. Habits ↓
Dental care lags in Aldrich
57.6% of adults saw a dentist this year, vs 67.5% across Minnesota. Among those 65 and older, 12.2% have lost all their teeth (Minnesota 8.9%). Checkups ↓
Written from the CDC, Medicare and HRSA data on this page. CDC PLACES 2025 release: modeled estimates for adults, not counts; “higher” and “lower” mean the Minnesota figure falls outside Aldrich’s likely range; Aldrich’s figures come from ZIP code 56434, which may reach past town lines.
Out of every 100 Aldrich adults…
Aldrich runs above MN on 9 of 12 conditions. Tap one to see it as people.
Everyday habits, side by side with Minnesota
Share of adults, with the Minnesota figure marked.
Walk with neighbors
The easiest exercise habit to keep is one with company.
Keeping up with care
Share of Aldrich adults getting routine care. The full ring is 100%; the dark tick marks Minnesota.
Care in and near Aldrich
No hospital or community health center in Aldrich itself. These are the nearest.
Hospitals: Medicare overall star ratings, 1–5. Community health centers charge on a sliding scale by income. Distances are straight-line from the center of Aldrich; ≈ marks a hospital located by its town, not its street. Shortage areas: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas (a “population” designation covers specific residents, such as those with low incomes).
How Aldrich adults are doing
On 1 of 4 measures, Aldrich runs above Minnesota.
1 in 3 Aldrich adults feel lonely. A hello is a start.
Groups are the easiest way in: a walking group, a book club, your street.
If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. It’s free, confidential and open 24/7.
Making ends meet
Needs that shape health as much as any doctor visit: food, housing, utilities and a way to get around.
12.6% of Aldrich adults receive SNAP (food stamps), compared with 7.9% across Minnesota.
Aldrich and the towns around it
How health changes across the town line.
Nearby towns are shaded from CDC’s estimates for their ZIP codes, or CDC’s own figure for cities and villages.
Health next door
| Town | Health | Obesity | Diabetes | Smoking | Figures from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldrich Township | — | — | — | — | |
| Bartlett Township | — | — | — | — |
Aldrich Township and Bartlett Township: fewer than 1,000 residents. Same-state neighbors only, ordered by length of shared border.
Living with a disability
Shown without a better/worse judgment.
of Aldrich adults live with a disability (Minnesota 27.4%). Walking or climbing stairs is the most common.
Questions about health in Aldrich
Why doesn’t Aldrich have a Health Grade?
Every Health Grade is built from seven of CDC’s PLACES estimates, and CDC doesn’t publish all seven for Aldrich.
What hospital is closest to Aldrich?
Lakewood Health System in Staples, 9.2 miles in a straight line from Aldrich’s center point, is the nearest general hospital with an emergency room. It has no Medicare star rating.
Neighbors talk health
Doctors taking patients, urgent care, staying active in Aldrich.
Health estimates: CDC PLACES: Local Data for Better Health, 2025 release. The Minnesota figure combines its counties, weighted by adult population. Hospitals and star ratings: Medicare Care Compare (CMS). Health centers and shortage areas: HRSA. Ages: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey. Town boundaries: U.S. Census Bureau. This page isn’t medical advice. In an emergency, call 911.