Pratt County Health Data

Pratt County, Kansas

Health Score

56/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.1%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

87

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

110

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Pratt County, Kansas

Pratt matches national life expectancy

Pratt County residents live to 75.7 years, essentially in line with the U.S. average of 75.4 years. However, 16.1% report poor or fair health, indicating wellness challenges despite average longevity.

Slight edge over Kansas average

Pratt County's 75.7-year life expectancy marginally exceeds Kansas's state average of 75.4 years, and its 11.1% uninsured rate closely tracks the state average of 11.5%. Health outcomes here mirror statewide patterns.

Solid primary care, limited mental health

Pratt County offers 87 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, above rural adequacy thresholds. Mental health providers number 110 per 100,000, below many neighbors and suggesting limited access for behavioral health needs.

Coverage gaps affect one in nine

With 11.1% uninsured, roughly 1 in 9 Pratt County residents lack health insurance. Those with coverage access primary care relatively easily, but mental health services require longer waits or travel outside the county.

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Pratt County residents can sign up for marketplace coverage at healthcare.gov or apply for Kansas Medicaid online. Taking action now protects you from unexpected medical bills and connects you to local primary care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Pratt County, KS?
Pratt County has a health score of 56/100, rated "Average." It ranks #50 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 Pratt County?
Life expectancy in Pratt County is 75.7 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Pratt County above the state average.
How does Pratt County health compare to the Kansas average?
Pratt County's health score of 56/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 75.7 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 11.1% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Pratt County?
Key health factors for Pratt County include: life expectancy (75.7 years), uninsured rate (11.1%), and primary care physician access (87:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 110:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pratt County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 56/100 ("Average"), Pratt County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.7 years. 11.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Pratt County healthier than the Kansas average?
Pratt County's health score of 56/100 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.

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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.