Atchison County Health Data

Atchison County, Kansas

Health Score

60/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.4%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

49

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

187

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Atchison County, Kansas

Atchison County reaches healthy average

At 75.9 years, Atchison County approaches the U.S. life expectancy of 80.1 years from a lower baseline, yet outperforms many rural peers. The county's 17.2% poor/fair health rate—below the national median—signals better overall population health.

Above state average lifespan

Atchison County's 75.9-year life expectancy exceeds Kansas's 75.4-year state average, placing it in the healthier half of Kansas counties. This edge reflects effective local health management and community engagement.

Strongest insured rate nearby

Atchison County boasts the lowest uninsured rate among its peers at 8.4%, compared to Allen (11.1%) and Barton (13.4%), giving residents better financial protection. With 49 primary care and 187 mental health providers per 100K, Atchison balances coverage and access well.

Leading coverage, adequate capacity

Atchison County's 8.4% uninsured rate is a bright spot—nearly 3 percentage points below the state average—meaning most residents have financial access to care. Primary care availability at 49 per 100K is modest, but strong mental health provider density of 187 per 100K supports behavioral health access.

Keep Atchison's coverage strength

With 8.4% of residents uninsured, Atchison is doing better than most, but those 8% should know that coverage options are available and affordable. Reach out to local health navigators or the Kansas marketplace to eliminate gaps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Atchison County, KS?
Atchison County has a health score of 60/100, rated "Average." It ranks #38 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 Atchison County?
Life expectancy in Atchison County is 75.9 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Atchison County above the state average.
How does Atchison County health compare to the Kansas average?
Atchison County's health score of 60/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 75.9 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 8.4% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Atchison County?
Key health factors for Atchison County include: life expectancy (75.9 years), uninsured rate (8.4%), and primary care physician access (49:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 187:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Atchison County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 60/100 ("Average"), Atchison County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.9 years. 8.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Atchison County healthier than the Kansas average?
Atchison County's health score of 60/100 exceeds the Kansas average of 54/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Atchison County has better primary care access (49:1 ratio) than the state average (66:1).

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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.