Finney County Health Data

Finney County, Kansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

31/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.4%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

139

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

22.9%

State avg 16.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

28.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 57.7 per 100K

Dentists

10.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

18.4

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 Finney County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureFinneyState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.7%38.9%37.6%1.2 pts better than state
Diabetes12.9%10.2%11.2%2.7 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure32.9%31.8%33.5%1.1 pts worse than state
Depression18.1%21.8%24.1%3.7 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureFinneyState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.7%16.3%16.3%0.6 pts better than state
Binge Drinking15.8%17.7%17.8%1.9 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity33.2%27.3%27.0%5.9 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureFinneyState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.7%74.1%74.9%1.4 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)52.9%61.1%57.3%8.2 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)69.5%71.7%73.3%2.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureFinneyState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.0%17.7%18.6%0.7 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration37.0%35.6%37.3%1.4 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Finney County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Uninsured rate in Finney County significantly higher than state average

Health data brief for Finney County, Kansas.

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

In Finney County, 17.4% of the population is uninsured, a rate that is higher than the Kansas state average of 11.5% and the national average of 10%. Health status reports indicate that 22.9% of adults in the county report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. The life expectancy for residents is 76.2 years, which is longer than the state average of 75.4 years but below the national average of 77 years. There are 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. The county also has 139 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure below the national median of 250. These metrics highlight the current state of health coverage and provider access in the area. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Finney 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.

St. Catherine Hospital - Garden City

ER
2/5
(620) 225-8400
401 East Spruce, Garden City, KS 67846
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

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 Finney County, KS?
Finney County has a health score of 31/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #101 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 Finney County?
Life expectancy in Finney County is 76.2 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Finney County above the state average.
How does Finney County health compare to the Kansas average?
Finney County's health score of 31/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 76.2 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 17.4% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Finney County?
Key health factors for Finney County include: life expectancy (76.2 years), uninsured rate (17.4%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 139:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Finney County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 31/100 ("Below Average"), Finney County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.2 years. 17.4% 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 Finney County?
Finney County's health score of 31/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 17.4% 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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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.