Lincoln County Health Data

Lincoln County, Kansas

Health Score

66/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

69

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

69

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Lincoln County, Kansas

Lincoln's longevity rivals national leaders

Lincoln County's 77.2-year life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 78.9 years, placing residents among America's longest-lived populations. With 15.2% reporting poor or fair health, the county shows moderate health concerns despite strong longevity, suggesting a healthy older demographic.

Top-tier Kansas county by life expectancy

At 77.2 years, Lincoln County's life expectancy ranks among the highest in Kansas, beating the state average of 75.4 years by 1.8 years. The 10.4% uninsured rate sits slightly below the state average of 11.5%, ensuring most residents maintain coverage.

Exceptional longevity and provider access

Lincoln County's 77.2-year life expectancy is the highest among all eight counties examined, outpacing even Leavenworth County at 77.0 years. The county leads in primary care providers at 69 per 100K, delivering outstanding access to routine medical care.

Excellent access drives positive outcomes

With 10.4% uninsured and 69 primary care providers per 100K, Lincoln County residents have both coverage and strong access to preventive care. The 69 mental health providers per 100K represents the lowest in this group, though adequate for a rural population.

Keep coverage strong in Lincoln

Lincoln County's health leadership depends on sustained insurance enrollment—verify your coverage at Healthcare.gov or through local health offices. Continuous access to the county's robust primary care network ensures early detection and management of health issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Lincoln County, KS?
Lincoln County has a health score of 66/100, rated "Average." It ranks #20 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 Lincoln County?
Life expectancy in Lincoln County is 77.2 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Lincoln County above the state average.
How does Lincoln County health compare to the Kansas average?
Lincoln County's health score of 66/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 77.2 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 10.4% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Lincoln County?
Key health factors for Lincoln County include: life expectancy (77.2 years), uninsured rate (10.4%), and primary care physician access (69:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 69:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lincoln County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 66/100 ("Average"), Lincoln County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.2 years. 10.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Lincoln County healthier than the Kansas average?
Lincoln County's health score of 66/100 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.

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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.