Jefferson County Health Data
Jefferson County, Kansas
Health Score
71/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.5 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
54
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
49
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Jefferson County, Kansas
Jefferson exceeds U.S. health benchmarks
Jefferson County residents live to 76.5 years on average, surpassing the U.S. life expectancy of 76.4 years by one year. Only 12.9% report poor or fair health—one of the lowest rates regionally—and just 9% lack insurance, reflecting strong health fundamentals. This combination of longevity, wellness, and coverage places Jefferson among America's healthier communities.
Top-tier Kansas health outcomes
Jefferson County's 76.5-year life expectancy outpaces the Kansas state average of 75.4 years, and its 12.9% poor/fair health rate ranks among the state's best. At 9.0% uninsured, Jefferson sits well below the state average of 11.5%, indicating strong coverage penetration. The county demonstrates how competitive insurance rates and good health outcomes reinforce each other.
Regional health leader
Jefferson County's 76.5-year life expectancy edges out Jackson County (75.4 years) and surpasses Hodgeman County (72.1 years), showcasing regional strength. Its 12.9% poor/fair health rate ranks better than Jackson's 14.8% and Hodgeman's 14.7%, while 9.0% uninsured beats all three neighbors. With 54 primary care and 49 mental health providers per 100K, Jefferson offers solid, steady access.
High coverage drives health resilience
Jefferson's 9.0% uninsured rate—among the state's lowest—ensures most residents can access preventive and acute care without financial barriers. The county fields 54 primary care providers and 49 mental health providers per 100K, supporting comprehensive care for physical and behavioral health. This combination of coverage and access creates a foundation for sustained wellness.
Protect Jefferson's health advantage
With nine out of ten Jefferson residents already covered, sustaining this success requires continuous enrollment. Even if you're insured, review your plan annually at healthcare.gov to ensure it still meets your family's needs. Staying proactive about coverage maintenance keeps Jefferson's health outcomes strong.
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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.