Logan County Health Data

Logan County, Kansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

50/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.7%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

110

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

38

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.9%

State avg 16.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

73.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 110.2 per 100K

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 Logan County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureLoganState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.1%38.9%37.6%1.2 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.0%10.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure31.4%31.8%33.5%near state average
Depression22.5%21.8%24.1%0.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureLoganState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.4%16.3%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking17.3%17.7%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity27.7%27.3%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureLoganState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup73.8%74.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)61.1%61.1%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)72.9%71.7%73.3%1.2 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureLoganState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.8%17.7%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration34.2%35.6%37.3%1.4 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Logan County nationally on short sleep duration.

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

Data Story

Logan County Mental Health Provider Ratio Below National Benchmarks

Health data brief for Logan County, Kansas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Logan County reports 38 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. In contrast, the county has 110 primary care providers per 100,000, which is higher than the national median of 70. Life expectancy is 74.4 years, trailing the Kansas state figure of 75.4 years and the national mark of 77 years. The percentage of adults reporting poor or fair health is 16.9%, nearly matching the national average of 17%. Regarding insurance coverage, 10.7% of the county's population is uninsured, which is lower than the Kansas state figure of 11.5% but higher than the national rate of 10%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Logan 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.

Logan County Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(785) 672-3211
211 Cherry Avenue, Oakley, KS 67748
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 Logan County, KS?
Logan County has a health score of 50/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #62 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 Logan County?
Life expectancy in Logan County is 74.4 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Logan County below the state average.
How does Logan County health compare to the Kansas average?
Logan County's health score of 50/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.4 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 10.7% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Logan County?
Key health factors for Logan County include: life expectancy (74.4 years), uninsured rate (10.7%), and primary care physician access (110:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 38:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Logan County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 50/100 ("Below Average"), Logan County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.4 years. 10.7% 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 Logan County?
Logan County's health score of 50/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 10.7% 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.