Lincoln County Health Data

Lincoln County, Kansas

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

15.2%

State avg 16.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

34.2

per 100K residentsCDC: 68.9 per 100K

Dentists

34.2

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 Lincoln County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureLincolnState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.5%38.9%37.6%1.6 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.2%10.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure32.8%31.8%33.5%1.0 pts worse than state
Depression22.8%21.8%24.1%1.0 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureLincolnState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.2%16.3%16.3%0.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.8%17.7%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity27.1%27.3%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureLincolnState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.4%74.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)63.9%61.1%57.3%2.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)71.3%71.7%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureLincolnState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.5%17.7%18.6%0.8 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration34.2%35.6%37.3%1.4 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Lincoln 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

Lincoln County Life Expectancy Exceeds State Norms

Health data brief for Lincoln County, Kansas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Lincoln County is 77.2 years, which is higher than the Kansas state figure of 75.4 years and the national figure of 77 years. The county has 69 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a figure nearly identical to the national median of 70. However, the mental health provider ratio is 69 per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 250. The uninsured rate for the county is 10.4%, which is lower than the Kansas state rate of 11.5% but higher than the national rate of 10%. Additionally, 15.2% of residents report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Lincoln 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.

Lincoln County Hospital

Not rated by CMS
(785) 524-4403
624 N Second, Lincoln, KS 67455
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Local

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 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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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.