Brown County Health Data

Brown County, Kansas

Health Score

44/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.9 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

85

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

357

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Brown County, Kansas

Brown County's low life expectancy

At 72.9 years, Brown County ranks lowest in this group—more than 7 years below the U.S. average of 80.1 years. However, its 15.8% poor/fair health rate is the second-best here, suggesting some positive health behaviors offset by other mortality drivers.

State's lowest life expectancy

Brown County's 72.9-year life expectancy is the lowest in Kansas, trailing the state average of 75.4 years by 2.5 years. This critical gap demands urgent attention to underlying health and social factors.

Highest providers, lowest outcomes

Brown County paradoxically has the highest primary care density (85 per 100K) and the second-highest mental health providers (357 per 100K) in this peer group, yet the lowest life expectancy. This disconnect suggests provider supply alone doesn't solve deep population health or socioeconomic drivers.

Rich provider network, mortality crisis

Brown County's 12.2% uninsured rate aligns with state average, and at 85 primary care providers per 100K, the county has strong care supply. Yet the 72.9-year life expectancy indicates that access and availability don't address underlying determinants of health—suggesting poverty, substance use, or other social factors drive outcomes.

Coverage is necessary, not sufficient

Brown County's provider availability is excellent, but 12.2% still lack insurance—and this gap can be fatal in a county with such low life expectancy. Get covered now and engage with local health centers and community services that address the root causes of early mortality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Brown County, KS?
Brown County has a health score of 44/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #80 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 Brown County?
Life expectancy in Brown County is 72.9 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Brown County below the state average.
How does Brown County health compare to the Kansas average?
Brown County's health score of 44/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 72.9 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 12.2% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Brown County?
Key health factors for Brown County include: life expectancy (72.9 years), uninsured rate (12.2%), and primary care physician access (85:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 357:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Brown County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 44/100 ("Below Average"), Brown County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.9 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 Brown County?
Brown County's health score of 44/100 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.