Marshall County Health Data

Marshall County, Kansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

61/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.3%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

60

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

91

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.1%

State avg 16.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

70.0

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 Marshall County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMarshallState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.5%38.9%37.6%1.4 pts better than state
Diabetes9.8%10.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure31.4%31.8%33.5%near state average
Depression23.1%21.8%24.1%1.3 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMarshallState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.0%16.3%16.3%1.7 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking18.6%17.7%17.8%0.9 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity26.8%27.3%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMarshallState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup73.7%74.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)62.6%61.1%57.3%1.5 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.9%71.7%73.3%2.2 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMarshallState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.7%17.7%18.6%1.0 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration36.1%35.6%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Marshall County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Mental Health Provider Access Trails National Median in Marshall County

Health data brief for Marshall County, Kansas.

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

The mental health provider ratio in Marshall County is 91 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000 people. Residents in the county have a life expectancy of 76.6 years, which is longer than the Kansas state average of 75.4 years but shorter than the national average of 77 years. Data indicates that 10.3% of the population is uninsured, a rate that is lower than the state average of 11.5% and slightly higher than the national average of 10%. Furthermore, 16.1% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, which is just under the national average of 17%. Primary care provider availability is recorded at 60 per 100,000 residents, which is less than the national median of 70 per 100,000. These figures offer a statistical snapshot of the local health environment. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Marshall 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.

Community Memorial Healthcare, Inc.

ER
4/5
(785) 562-2311
708 N 18th Street, Marysville, KS 66508
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Marshall County, KS?
Marshall County has a health score of 61/100, rated "Average." It ranks #33 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 Marshall County?
Life expectancy in Marshall County is 76.6 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Marshall County above the state average.
How does Marshall County health compare to the Kansas average?
Marshall County's health score of 61/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 76.6 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 10.3% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Marshall County?
Key health factors for Marshall County include: life expectancy (76.6 years), uninsured rate (10.3%), and primary care physician access (60:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 91:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Marshall County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 61/100 ("Average"), Marshall County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.6 years. 10.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Marshall County healthier than the Kansas average?
Marshall County's health score of 61/100 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. Marshall County has better primary care access (60:1 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.