Greenwood County Health Data

Greenwood County, Kansas

Health Score

44/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.5 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

34

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

34

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Greenwood County, Kansas

Greenwood County's life expectancy challenge

Greenwood County residents live to 73.5 years on average, nearly 2.9 years below the U.S. national average of 76.4 years. Combined with a 17.4% poor/fair health rate that exceeds the national average, Greenwood faces significant health challenges that warrant attention.

Lowest life expectancy in Kansas

Greenwood County's 73.5-year life expectancy is the lowest among all Kansas counties studied, falling 1.9 years below the state average of 75.4 years. This gap suggests systemic health challenges in the county that require targeted interventions.

Significant health disadvantage in the region

Greenwood County's 73.5-year life expectancy trails all nearby counties, including Harper (74.8), Hamilton (74.4), and Grant (77.8), by as much as 4.3 years. With only 34 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Greenwood's provider capacity also lags several neighboring counties.

Limited coverage challenges, moderate provider access

Greenwood County's uninsured rate of 11.1% is actually below the Kansas state average of 11.5%, reflecting reasonable coverage rates. However, with only 34 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 34 mental health providers per 100K, the county offers limited specialty access for a population facing health challenges.

Keep coverage to stay healthy

As Greenwood County works to address health disparities, maintaining or obtaining health coverage is critical to accessing the primary and mental health care residents need. Review your coverage options through Kansas Medicaid and Healthcare.gov to ensure you're protected.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Greenwood County, KS?
Greenwood County has a health score of 44/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #81 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 Greenwood County?
Life expectancy in Greenwood County is 73.5 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Greenwood County below the state average.
How does Greenwood County health compare to the Kansas average?
Greenwood County's health score of 44/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 73.5 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 11.1% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Greenwood County?
Key health factors for Greenwood County include: life expectancy (73.5 years), uninsured rate (11.1%), and primary care physician access (34:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 34:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Greenwood County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 44/100 ("Below Average"), Greenwood County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.5 years. 11.1% 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 Greenwood County?
Greenwood County's health score of 44/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 11.1% 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.