Leavenworth County Health Data

Leavenworth County, Kansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

74/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.0 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.0%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

49

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

254

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

13.8%

State avg 16.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

9.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 48.7 per 100K

Dentists

2.4

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

3.6

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 Leavenworth County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureLeavenworthState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.5%38.9%37.6%0.6 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.6%10.2%11.2%0.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure30.2%31.8%33.5%1.6 pts better than state
Depression21.3%21.8%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureLeavenworthState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.6%16.3%16.3%2.7 pts better than state
Binge Drinking17.0%17.7%17.8%0.7 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity22.5%27.3%27.0%4.8 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureLeavenworthState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.7%74.1%74.9%0.6 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)66.0%61.1%57.3%4.9 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.6%71.7%73.3%2.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureLeavenworthState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.4%17.7%18.6%1.3 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration37.3%35.6%37.3%1.7 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Leavenworth County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Leavenworth County Reports Significantly Lower Uninsured Rate

Health data brief for Leavenworth County, Kansas.

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

Leavenworth County has an uninsured rate of 8.0%, which is lower than the Kansas state figure of 11.5% and the national figure of 10%. The county's life expectancy is 77.0 years, matching the national average and exceeding the Kansas state figure of 75.4 years. There are 49 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 254 mental health providers per 100,000. While the primary care ratio is lower than the national median of 70, the mental health ratio is slightly higher than the national median of 250. The county reports that 13.8% of adults are in poor or fair health, which is a lower percentage than the national mark of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Leavenworth 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.

Saint John Hospital

ER
3/5
(913) 680-6000
3500 South 4th Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Other

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 Leavenworth County, KS?
Leavenworth County has a health score of 74/100, rated "Average." It ranks #8 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 Leavenworth County?
Life expectancy in Leavenworth County is 77.0 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Leavenworth County above the state average.
How does Leavenworth County health compare to the Kansas average?
Leavenworth County's health score of 74/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 77.0 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 8.0% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Leavenworth County?
Key health factors for Leavenworth County include: life expectancy (77.0 years), uninsured rate (8.0%), and primary care physician access (49:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 254:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Leavenworth County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 74/100 ("Average"), Leavenworth County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.0 years. 8.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Leavenworth County healthier than the Kansas average?
Leavenworth County's health score of 74/100 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. Leavenworth County has better primary care access (49:1 ratio) than the state average (66:1).

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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.