Barton County Health Data

Barton County, Kansas

Health Score

45/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.7 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

64

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

265

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Barton County, Kansas

Barton County approaches national average

At 74.7 years, Barton County falls short of the U.S. life expectancy of 80.1 years by over 5 years, though its 16.8% poor/fair health rate is slightly better than peers. The county shows room for improvement but some positive health indicators.

Near state average with mixed results

Barton County's 74.7-year life expectancy sits below Kansas's 75.4-year state average, though its poor/fair health rate of 16.8% is among the state's lower rates. This mixed profile suggests some health strengths offset by longevity challenges.

Mid-range on access and coverage

Barton County's 13.4% uninsured rate is the highest in this peer group, while its 64 primary care and 265 mental health providers per 100K show strong behavioral health investment. This provider imbalance suggests mental health initiatives may overshadow primary care access.

Uninsured rate strains system

At 13.4%, Barton County's uninsured rate—nearly 2 points above the state average—means over 1 in 7 residents lack financial access to care. Yet the county's 265 mental health providers per 100K (the highest in this cohort) indicates substantial investment in behavioral health capacity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Barton County, KS?
Barton County has a health score of 45/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #75 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 Barton County?
Life expectancy in Barton County is 74.7 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Barton County below the state average.
How does Barton County health compare to the Kansas average?
Barton County's health score of 45/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.7 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 13.4% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Barton County?
Key health factors for Barton County include: life expectancy (74.7 years), uninsured rate (13.4%), and primary care physician access (64:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 265:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Barton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 45/100 ("Below Average"), Barton County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.7 years. 13.4% 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 Barton County?
Barton County's health score of 45/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 13.4% 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.