Barber County Health Data
Barber County, Kansas
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
45/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
74.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.2 yr
State avg 75.4 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.2%
State avg 11.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
49
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
49
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
17.3%
State avg 16.7%
National avg 19.6%
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 Barber County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Barber | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 38.6% | 38.9% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 10.0% | 10.2% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% | 31.8% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 22.6% | 21.8% | 24.1% | 0.8 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Barber | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 17.1% | 16.3% | 16.3% | 0.8 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% | 17.7% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.1% | 27.3% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Barber | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 73.5% | 74.1% | 74.9% | 0.6 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 58.9% | 61.1% | 57.3% | 2.2 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 71.9% | 71.7% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Barber | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 18.2% | 17.7% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 34.6% | 35.6% | 37.3% | 1.0 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Barber County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Low Mental Health Provider Access Reported in Barber County
Health data brief for Barber County, Kansas.
Barber County has 49 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure that is significantly lower than the national median of 250. The primary care provider ratio is also 49 per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 70. Life expectancy in the county is 74.2 years, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 75.4 years and the national average of 77 years. Data shows that 12.2% of residents lack health insurance, a higher percentage than the national average of 10% and the state average of 11.5%. Approximately 17.3% of adults in the county report poor or fair health, which is nearly identical to the national average of 17%. These statistics illustrate the provider landscape and health status for the area as reported by federal agencies. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
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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.