Ellis County Health Data
Ellis County, Kansas
Health Score
72/100
Average
Life Expectancy
79.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.0 yr
State avg 75.4 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.1%
State avg 11.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
63
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
368
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Ellis County, Kansas
Ellis County outpaces nation on longevity
Ellis County residents live to 79.0 years on average—just one year shy of the U.S. average of 80 years—a rare achievement for rural Kansas. Only 14% report poor or fair health, well below the national rate and among the best in the state.
Ellis County leads Kansas health rankings
At 79.0 years, Ellis County's life expectancy is 3.6 years above the Kansas average, placing it firmly in the state's top tier. The 14% poor/fair health rate is significantly better than most Kansas counties, reflecting strong community health outcomes.
Ellis County shines among regional peers
Ellis County's 79.0-year life expectancy outpaces Gove County (77.1), Ellsworth County (76.7), and Finney County (76.2) by substantial margins. Its 14% poor/fair health rate is the lowest across its neighboring counties, signaling above-average wellness.
Strong provider access supports good health
Ellis County's uninsured rate of 11.1% is nearly at the state average, with 63 primary care providers and 368 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—robust supply for a rural county. This strong infrastructure helps residents access preventive and behavioral health services.
Maintain coverage with regular checkups
Even in a high-performing county, gaps in coverage can emerge; visit Healthcare.gov to review your plan options and ensure continuous protection. Regular preventive care is a key reason Ellis County leads the state—keep that momentum going.
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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.