Phillips County Health Data

Phillips County, Kansas

Health Score

52/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.8 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.3%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

21

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

210

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Phillips County, Kansas

Phillips slightly outpaces nation on longevity

Phillips County residents live to 75.8 years, just above the U.S. average of 75.4 years. However, 16.6% report poor or fair health—notably higher than the national median, signaling underlying health challenges.

Uninsured rate tops state average

Phillips County's 12.3% uninsured rate exceeds Kansas's state average of 11.5%, and its life expectancy of 75.8 years barely edges the state average of 75.4. Health coverage gaps are more pronounced here than statewide.

Severe shortage of primary care doctors

Phillips County has just 21 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—less than a quarter of Pawnee County's 96 and well below rural adequacy benchmarks. Mental health providers are similarly scarce at 210 per 100,000, leaving residents traveling far for specialists.

One in eight residents lacks insurance

With 12.3% uninsured, more than 1 in 8 Phillips County residents have no health coverage. The acute shortage of primary care providers means even insured residents may wait weeks for routine appointments or travel 30+ miles for care.

Explore coverage before a health crisis hits

Phillips County residents can enroll in marketplace plans at healthcare.gov or check Medicaid eligibility through the Kansas Department for Children and Families. Starting coverage now prevents costly emergency-room visits and connects you to available local providers.

eHealth Insurance

Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Phillips County residents.

Compare Plans →

HealthMarkets

Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in Kansas.

Get a Quote →

Sponsored

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Phillips County, KS?
Phillips County has a health score of 52/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #57 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 Phillips County?
Life expectancy in Phillips County is 75.8 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Phillips County above the state average.
How does Phillips County health compare to the Kansas average?
Phillips County's health score of 52/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 75.8 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 12.3% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Phillips County?
Key health factors for Phillips County include: life expectancy (75.8 years), uninsured rate (12.3%), and primary care physician access (21:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 210:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Phillips County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 52/100 ("Below Average"), Phillips County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.8 years. 12.3% 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 Phillips County?
Phillips County's health score of 52/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 12.3% 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.

Counties with Similar Health Profile

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.