Allen County Health Data

Allen County, Kansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.1%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

64

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

193

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.0%

State avg 16.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

48.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 64.2 per 100K

Dentists

8.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

32.0

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 Allen County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureAllenState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.0%38.9%37.6%0.9 pts better than state
Diabetes10.1%10.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure31.4%31.8%33.5%near state average
Depression23.9%21.8%24.1%2.1 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureAllenState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.4%16.3%16.3%1.1 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.7%17.7%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity27.7%27.3%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureAllenState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.8%74.1%74.9%0.7 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)58.1%61.1%57.3%3.0 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)68.5%71.7%73.3%3.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureAllenState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%17.7%18.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration38.5%35.6%37.3%2.9 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Allen County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Allen County Life Expectancy Trails State and National Figures

Health data brief for Allen County, Kansas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

In Allen County, the average life expectancy is 74.5 years. This figure is lower than the Kansas state average of 75.4 years and represents a gap when compared to the national average of approximately 77 years. Clinical data shows that the county has 64 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is close to the national median of 70 per 100,000. For mental health, the county reports 193 providers per 100,000 people, trailing the national median of 250. About 18.0% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, slightly higher than the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in Allen County sits at 11.1%, which is just lower than the state average of 11.5% but higher than the 10% national average. These statistics are based on reporting from various federal and state databases. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Allen County, Kansas

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.

Allen County Regional Hospital

ER
4/5
(620) 365-1021
3066 North Kentucky Street, Iola, KS 66749
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Local

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 Allen County, KS?
Allen County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #72 out of 105 counties in Kansas (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 Allen County?
Life expectancy in Allen County is 74.5 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Allen County below the state average.
How does Allen County health compare to the Kansas average?
Allen County's health score of 46/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.5 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 11.1% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Allen County?
Key health factors for Allen County include: life expectancy (74.5 years), uninsured rate (11.1%), and primary care physician access (64:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 193:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Allen County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Allen County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.5 years. 11.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Allen County?
Allen County's health score of 46/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 11.1% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.