Kiowa County Health Data

Kiowa County, Kansas

Health Score

59/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.1 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

295

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Kiowa County, Kansas

Kiowa's life expectancy trails nation

At 75.1 years, Kiowa County residents live slightly shorter lives than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 13.4% poor or fair health rate sits below the national average, suggesting moderate health challenges despite the life expectancy gap.

Below-average health outcomes statewide

Kiowa County's 75.1-year life expectancy falls short of Kansas's 75.4-year state average by 0.3 years. While the county's uninsured rate of 11.8% slightly exceeds the state average of 11.5%, most residents have coverage.

Performing middle among rural peers

Kiowa County's life expectancy of 75.1 years sits between Labette County (74.4 years) and Lincoln County (77.2 years). The county has adequate primary care at 42 providers per 100K, though mental health services at 295 per 100K are robust compared to neighboring Logan County's 38 providers.

Healthcare access remains manageable

With 11.8% of residents uninsured and 42 primary care providers per 100K, Kiowa County residents generally have access to basic care. The strong mental health provider density of 295 per 100K offers solid support for behavioral health needs.

Check your coverage options today

If you're among the 11.8% of Kiowa County residents without insurance, explore options through the Kansas Health Policy Authority or Healthcare.gov. Even minor gaps in coverage can impact your ability to access preventive care and manage chronic conditions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Kiowa County, KS?
Kiowa County has a health score of 59/100, rated "Average." It ranks #40 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 Kiowa County?
Life expectancy in Kiowa County is 75.1 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Kiowa County below the state average.
How does Kiowa County health compare to the Kansas average?
Kiowa County's health score of 59/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 75.1 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 11.8% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Kiowa County?
Key health factors for Kiowa County include: life expectancy (75.1 years), uninsured rate (11.8%), and primary care physician access (42:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 295:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Kiowa County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 59/100 ("Average"), Kiowa County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.1 years. 11.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Kiowa County healthier than the Kansas average?
Kiowa County's health score of 59/100 exceeds the Kansas average of 54/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Kiowa County has better primary care access (42:1 ratio) than the state average (66:1).

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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.