The numbers behind Medicare in Keweenaw County
| Keweenaw County | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Residents age 65 and older | 792 | 1,926,752 statewide |
| Share of residents age 65+ | 36.5% | 19.2% statewide |
| People with Medicare | 831 | 2,334,917 statewide |
| Enrolled in Medicare Advantage | 400 | 1,484,072 statewide |
| Medicare Advantage share | 48.1% | 63.6% statewide |
Figures come from the Census Bureau and CMS (September 2026).
Keweenaw County ranks 83rd of 83 Michigan counties by number of residents age 65 and older, with about 792 people in that age group, or 36.5% of residents (statewide: 19.2%). Another 202 residents are age 60 to 64 and will reach Medicare eligibility within about five years (see our turning 65 guide). Census 2023 estimates show 55% of the 65-plus population is under 75, 38% is 75 to 84 and 7% is 85 or older. CMS data show 48.1% of Keweenaw County residents with Medicare chose Medicare Advantage, which is lower than the 63.6% average across Michigan. Averages cannot choose a plan for you. Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare with a Medigap plan each suit different people, depending on doctors, medicines and how you prefer to handle costs, and we compare both at your ZIP code.
Who has Medicare in Keweenaw County
The USDA classifies Keweenaw County as: urban population of fewer than 5,000, not adjacent to a metro area. With fewer hospitals and clinics close by, the right Medicare plan here is often the one whose network includes the providers you can really reach.
CMS counts 859 Medicare beneficiaries in Keweenaw County (2023). Their average age is 74, older than the Michigan average of 72. About 7% are “dual eligible,” meaning they have both Medicare and Medicaid, lower than the state figure of 20%.
Among people in Original Medicare in Keweenaw County, CMS reported about 544 emergency room visits and 182 inpatient hospital stays per 1,000 beneficiaries in 2023, which is lower than the state average for emergency visits (645) and lower than it for hospital stays (245). About 8% received home health care. These figures describe how people use care under Original Medicare; they do not show what any plan covers or costs.
Sources: CMS Medicare Geographic Variation, 2023; USDA Rural-Urban Continuum Codes, 2023.
Insurers choose which counties to serve each year, which means the Medicare Advantage and Part D plans you can pick in Keweenaw County can be different from the ones offered next door. We are not based in Keweenaw County; we help Keweenaw County residents by phone or video call.
Hospitals and doctors near Keweenaw County
CMS Hospital General Information lists no acute care, critical access or children’s hospital located inside Keweenaw County. Residents often use hospitals in neighboring counties, which matters for Medicare Advantage because a plan’s network may include or leave out the hospital you use. We check your hospitals and doctors before you enroll.
Communities and ZIP codes in Keweenaw County
Census Bureau 2023 estimates put the biggest communities in Keweenaw County at Ahmeek (120), counting only the part of each community inside the county.
ZIP codes that fall mostly inside Keweenaw County include 49805, 49901, 49918, 49950. Plan availability can change by ZIP code, so have yours ready when we compare plans.
Questions about Medicare in Keweenaw County?
Reach out to us: fill out our short form or call (571) 354-0146, and a licensed agent will compare the plans available to you, check your doctors and drugs, and stay with you each year at renewal. For general Medicare information, the federal helpline is 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
Medicare resources from official sources
- Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov, searchable by ZIP code.
- HealthCare.gov if you are not yet on Medicare.
- Medicare Care Compare for hospitals and doctors.
- Social Security: Medicare to enroll or check status.
- Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services: Michigan’s insurance regulator, including agent license lookup.
Coverage we offer Keweenaw County residents
Here is what we can help Keweenaw County residents with, drawing on plans from many insurers: Medicare Supplement (Medigap), Part D drug plans, ACA health insurance, ICHRA, group health insurance, life insurance, final expense insurance, annuities and Medicare Advantage.
Let’s check your Keweenaw County options together
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Keweenaw County compared with similar Michigan counties
| County | Residents 65+ | Medicare Advantage share | Dual eligible share | Area type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luce County | 1,548 | 65.4% | 20% | Rural |
| Baraga County | 1,939 | 59.4% | 13% | Rural |
| Ontonagon County | 2,285 | 46.7% | 11% | Rural |
| Schoolcraft County | 2,386 | 58.1% | 13% | Rural |
| Alger County | 2,429 | 54.8% | 11% | Rural |
| Oscoda County | 2,524 | 60.4% | 22% | Rural |
See every Michigan county in our Michigan directory or go to our Michigan Medicare hub.