Barber County Health Data

Barber County, Kansas

Health 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

Data Story

About Health in Barber County, Kansas

Barber County health lags behind

Barber County residents live to just 74.2 years—nearly 6 years below the U.S. average of 80.1 years. With 17.3% reporting poor or fair health, the county faces persistent challenges in longevity and daily wellness.

Below Kansas state benchmark

At 74.2 years, Barber County trails Kansas's average life expectancy of 75.4 years, ranking among the state's lowest-performing counties. This gap signals concentrated health risks requiring targeted intervention.

Among the lowest in region

Barber County's 74.2-year life expectancy ranks it below most adjacent counties, matching Allen at 74.5 but trailing Anderson (76.6) and Atchison (75.9). Provider scarcity is acute here: just 49 primary care and 49 mental health providers per 100K—the lowest mental health ratio in this group.

Thin provider network, moderate coverage

Barber County's 12.2% uninsured rate sits slightly above the state average, while provider density at 49 primary care and 49 mental health per 100K ranks among the state's lowest. Residents often travel far for specialty care, compounding treatment barriers in this rural county.

Ensure you're covered

With 12.2% uninsured and limited local providers, Barber County residents should prioritize coverage enrollment to avoid emergency-only care spirals. Kansas health programs and telehealth options can bridge access gaps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Barber County, KS?
Barber County has a health score of 45/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #78 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 Barber County?
Life expectancy in Barber County is 74.2 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Barber County below the state average.
How does Barber County health compare to the Kansas average?
Barber County's health score of 45/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.2 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 12.2% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Barber County?
Key health factors for Barber County include: life expectancy (74.2 years), uninsured rate (12.2%), and primary care physician access (49:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 49:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Barber County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 45/100 ("Below Average"), Barber County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.2 years. 12.2% 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 Barber County?
Barber County's health score of 45/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 12.2% 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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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.