Labette County Health Data

Labette County, Kansas

Health Score

45/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.9%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

50

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

117

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Labette County, Kansas

Labette lags both state and nation

Labette County's life expectancy of 74.4 years trails the U.S. average of 78.9 years by 4.5 years—a significant gap. Nearly 18% of residents report poor or fair health, well above the national average of about 12%, indicating concentrated health challenges.

Lowest life expectancy in state sample

At 74.4 years, Labette County has the shortest life expectancy among the eight counties examined, falling 1 year behind Kansas's 75.4-year average. The county's 10.9% uninsured rate is slightly below the state average of 11.5%, suggesting coverage isn't the primary driver of health outcomes.

Health outcomes trail surrounding areas

Labette County's 74.4-year life expectancy is notably lower than Lincoln County's 77.2 years and Leavenworth County's 77.0 years. Primary care access at 50 per 100K is reasonable, but mental health providers at 117 per 100K lag significantly behind more resourced counties like Lyon County at 392 per 100K.

Uninsured challenges persist despite low rate

Though Labette's 10.9% uninsured rate is below average, 18.2% of residents report poor or fair health—suggesting coverage alone doesn't explain health struggles. The county has 50 primary care providers per 100K, adequate for rural Kansas, but limited mental health support at 117 providers per 100K.

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For Labette County's uninsured residents and those considering coverage options, Healthcare.gov and Kansas Blue Cross offer pathways to insurance. Regular coverage ensures preventive care access that can help address the health disparities visible in the county's outcomes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Labette County, KS?
Labette County has a health score of 45/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #73 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 Labette County?
Life expectancy in Labette County is 74.4 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Labette County below the state average.
How does Labette County health compare to the Kansas average?
Labette County's health score of 45/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.4 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 10.9% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Labette County?
Key health factors for Labette County include: life expectancy (74.4 years), uninsured rate (10.9%), and primary care physician access (50:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 117:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Labette County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 45/100 ("Below Average"), Labette County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.4 years. 10.9% 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 Labette County?
Labette County's health score of 45/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 10.9% 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.