Geary County Health Data

Geary County, Kansas

Health Score

43/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.7 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.4%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

39

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

419

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Geary County, Kansas

Geary County faces critical longevity crisis

At 72.7 years, Geary County has the lowest life expectancy among all Kansas counties analyzed—a full 7.3 years below the U.S. average of 80. While its 19.3% poor/fair health rate is not the worst, the severe life expectancy gap signals acute mortality drivers requiring urgent investigation.

Geary County ranked lowest in Kansas

Geary County's 72.7-year life expectancy is 2.7 years below the Kansas average of 75.4 and the lowest in the state among all counties analyzed. This exceptional gap warrants public health investigation into mortality causes—violence, suicide, substance abuse, or chronic disease—in the county.

Geary County health crisis stands alone

Geary County's 72.7-year life expectancy is 3.4 years below Ellsworth County (76.7) and 6.3 years below Ellis County (79.0), representing a severe outlier in the region. No neighboring county approaches this mortality profile, suggesting Geary faces distinct, severe public health challenges.

Low uninsured rate masks deeper issues

Geary County's 8.4% uninsured rate is the second-lowest statewide, yet with 39 primary care and 419 mental health providers per 100,000—the highest mental health density in the analysis—coverage alone is not solving the mortality crisis. This suggests structural health, behavioral, or violence-related drivers beyond insurance barriers.

Coverage plus community action needed

Geary County needs both strong insurance (check Healthcare.gov and Kansas DHCF) and community investment in mental health, violence prevention, and substance abuse services. If you're struggling with mental health or substance use, reach out to Geary County's abundant mental health providers—they're there to help.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Geary County, KS?
Geary County has a health score of 43/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #83 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 Geary County?
Life expectancy in Geary County is 72.7 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Geary County below the state average.
How does Geary County health compare to the Kansas average?
Geary County's health score of 43/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 72.7 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 8.4% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Geary County?
Key health factors for Geary County include: life expectancy (72.7 years), uninsured rate (8.4%), and primary care physician access (39:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 419:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Geary County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 43/100 ("Below Average"), Geary County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.7 years. 8.4% 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 Geary County?
Geary County's health score of 43/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. 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.