Cheyenne County Health Data

Cheyenne County, Kansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.0%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

152

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.7%

State avg 16.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Dentists

38.1

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

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 Cheyenne County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCheyenneState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.5%38.9%37.6%near state average
Diabetes11.1%10.2%11.2%0.9 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure32.9%31.8%33.5%1.1 pts worse than state
Depression22.9%21.8%24.1%1.1 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCheyenneState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.6%16.3%16.3%2.3 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.2%17.7%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity30.8%27.3%27.0%3.5 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCheyenneState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup73.8%74.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)58.8%61.1%57.3%2.3 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)70.8%71.7%73.3%0.9 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCheyenneState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.8%17.7%18.6%1.1 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration34.9%35.6%37.3%0.7 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Cheyenne County nationally on physical inactivity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Cheyenne County Uninsured Rate Reaches 15 Percent

Health data brief for Cheyenne County, Kansas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

The uninsured rate in Cheyenne County is 15.0%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 11.5% and the national average of 10%. Life expectancy in the county is 76.4 years, which sits above the state average of 75.4 years but below the national average of 77 years. Mental health provider availability is measured at 152 per 100,000 residents, a figure lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. Primary care provider data for the county is currently unavailable. About 17.7% of the adult population reports being in poor or fair health, a rate nearly equivalent to the national average of 17%. These figures provide a statistical overview of the health insurance and wellness environment in the county. Explore state-level health data.

Get Care in Cheyenne County, Kansas

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Cheyenne County Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(785) 332-2104
210 West 1st Street, St Francis, KS 67756
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cheyenne County, KS?
Cheyenne County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #71 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 Cheyenne County?
Life expectancy in Cheyenne County is 76.4 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Cheyenne County above the state average.
How does Cheyenne County health compare to the Kansas average?
Cheyenne County's health score of 46/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 76.4 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 15.0% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Cheyenne County?
Key health factors for Cheyenne County include: life expectancy (76.4 years), uninsured rate (15.0%), and primary care physician access (—). Mental health provider access is 152:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cheyenne County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Cheyenne County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.4 years. 15.0% 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 Cheyenne County?
Cheyenne County's health score of 46/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 15.0% 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.