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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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.