Republic County Health Data
Republic County, Kansas
Health Score
67/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.5 yr
State avg 75.4 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.7%
State avg 11.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
86
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
108
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Republic County, Kansas
Republic outpaces national health benchmarks
Republic County residents live to 76.5 years, 1.1 years longer than the U.S. average of 75.4 years. Just 14.4% report poor or fair health, the lowest rate in the peer group, reflecting strong wellness overall.
Kansas health leader in rural areas
Republic County's 76.5-year life expectancy exceeds Kansas's state average of 75.4 years, and its 9.7% uninsured rate is among the best statewide compared to 11.5%. This county outperforms most Kansas rural communities on health metrics.
Strong primary care, solid mental health
Republic County maintains 86 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, well above rural adequacy, and 108 mental health providers per 100,000. Provider availability here supports comprehensive, accessible care across disciplines.
Nearly all Republic residents covered
With just 9.7% uninsured, Republic County achieves near-universal coverage—a major health advantage. Strong provider supply means insured residents access both primary and mental health care without long waits or significant travel.
Maintain coverage for continued health
If you're among Republic County's uninsured 9.7%, sign up at healthcare.gov or check Kansas Medicaid eligibility today. Staying insured ensures you benefit from the county's strong provider network and maintain health security.
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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.