Comanche County Health Data

Comanche County, Kansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

63/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.0%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

120

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

60

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

14.2%

State avg 16.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

59.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 119.8 per 100K

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 Comanche County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureComancheState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.8%38.9%37.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.7%10.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure31.7%31.8%33.5%near state average
Depression22.8%21.8%24.1%1.0 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureComancheState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.1%16.3%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking18.2%17.7%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity26.5%27.3%27.0%0.8 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureComancheState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.7%74.1%74.9%0.6 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)64.4%61.1%57.3%3.3 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)76.4%71.7%73.3%4.7 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureComancheState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.1%17.7%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration35.3%35.6%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Comanche County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Comanche County Primary Care Provider Availability Surpasses National Medians

Health data brief for Comanche County, Kansas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Comanche County records a primary care provider ratio of 120 per 100,000 residents, a figure that significantly exceeds the national median of approximately 70 per 100,000. While clinical access is higher in this category, other provider types are less frequent, with mental health providers available at a rate of 60 per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 250. The county’s uninsured rate stands at 9.0%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 11.5% and the national average of 10%. Life expectancy in the county is 75.0 years, slightly trailing the state average of 75.4 years and the national figure of 77 years. Additionally, 14.2% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is a lower percentage than the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Comanche 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.

Comanche County Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(620) 582-2144
202 S Frisco Street, Coldwater, KS 67029
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Local

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 Comanche County, KS?
Comanche County has a health score of 63/100, rated "Average." It ranks #28 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 Comanche County?
Life expectancy in Comanche County is 75.0 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Comanche County below the state average.
How does Comanche County health compare to the Kansas average?
Comanche County's health score of 63/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 75.0 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 9.0% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Comanche County?
Key health factors for Comanche County include: life expectancy (75.0 years), uninsured rate (9.0%), and primary care physician access (120:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 60:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Comanche County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 63/100 ("Average"), Comanche County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.0 years. 9.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Comanche County healthier than the Kansas average?
Comanche County's health score of 63/100 exceeds the Kansas average of 54/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.