Miami County Health Data

Miami County, Kansas

Health Score

79/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.1 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

167

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Miami County, Kansas

Miami leads the nation in longevity

Miami County's 77.1-year life expectancy beats the U.S. average of 76.1 years by a full year, representing one of America's healthiest county profiles. Just 12.0% report poor or fair health—well below the national 17%—reflecting Miami's strong population health outcomes.

Miami excels statewide on health

Miami County's 77.1-year life expectancy surpasses Kansas's 75.4-year state average by 1.7 years, placing it among the state's top-tier counties. The 7.6% uninsured rate is the second-lowest in Kansas, indicating robust health insurance coverage among Miami residents.

Miami rivals McPherson's strong health

Miami County's 77.1-year life expectancy matches McPherson County's performance, while Miami's 12.0% poor/fair health rate is the lowest of all eight counties. Miami's 58 primary care providers per 100K is strong, though McPherson's 70 and Mitchell's 104 slightly exceed it; Miami's 167 mental health providers per 100K lead the entire cohort.

Best coverage, excellent mental health care

Miami County's 7.6% uninsured rate is the lowest in this eight-county group, ensuring nearly universal healthcare access. With 58 primary care providers and an exceptional 167 mental health providers per 100K, Miami residents enjoy abundant options for both physical and behavioral health.

Miami's coverage is nearly universal

If you're among Miami's small 7.6% uninsured population, visit healthcare.gov to find affordable coverage. Miami's exceptional mental health provider network means insurance connects you quickly to behavioral health services when needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Miami County, KS?
Miami County has a health score of 79/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #4 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 Miami County?
Life expectancy in Miami County is 77.1 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Miami County above the state average.
How does Miami County health compare to the Kansas average?
Miami County's health score of 79/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 77.1 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Miami County?
Key health factors for Miami County include: life expectancy (77.1 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 167:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Miami County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 79/100 ("Excellent"), Miami County is one of the healthier counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.1 years. 7.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Miami County healthier than the Kansas average?
Miami County's health score of 79/100 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. Miami County has better primary care access (58:1 ratio) than the state average (66:1).

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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.