Lane County Health Data

Lane County, Kansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

54/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

12.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

12.6%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Poor / Fair Health

15.5%

State avg 16.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

267.2

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Lane County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureLaneState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.0%38.9%37.6%1.9 pts better than state
Diabetes9.6%10.2%11.2%0.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure30.9%31.8%33.5%0.9 pts better than state
Depression22.2%21.8%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureLaneState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.1%16.3%16.3%1.2 pts better than state
Binge Drinking17.8%17.7%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity26.1%27.3%27.0%1.2 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureLaneState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.5%74.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)63.3%61.1%57.3%2.2 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)67.5%71.7%73.3%4.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureLaneState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.7%17.7%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration36.6%35.6%37.3%1.0 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Lane County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Lane County Uninsured Rate Exceeds Kansas State Average

Health data brief for Lane County, Kansas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

In Lane County, 12.6% of residents are without health insurance, a rate that is higher than the Kansas state figure of 11.5% and the national mark of 10%. Approximately 15.5% of the county's population reports being in poor or fair health, which is lower than the national benchmark of 17%. Data regarding life expectancy, primary care ratios, and mental health provider ratios are not available for this specific county. Across Kansas, the state average for life expectancy is 75.4 years, compared to the national average of 77 years. Primary care provider data is often collected at the county level by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Lane County, Kansas

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Lane County Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(620) 397-5321
235 West Vine Po Box 969, Dighton, KS 67839
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Lane County, KS?
Lane County has a health score of 54/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #54 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 Lane County?
Life expectancy data for Lane County is not available in the current dataset.
How does Lane County health compare to the Kansas average?
Lane County's health score of 54/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate is 12.6% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Lane County?
Key health factors for Lane County include: life expectancy (—), uninsured rate (12.6%), and primary care physician access (—). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lane County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 54/100 ("Below Average"), Lane County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. 12.6% 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 Lane County?
Lane County's health score of 54/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 12.6% 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.