Russell County Health Data

Russell County, Kansas

Health Score

58/100

Average

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

45

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

15

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Russell County, Kansas

Russell County near national health norms

At 74.8 years, Russell County's life expectancy falls 1.6 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. With 15.9% reporting poor or fair health, the county sits just below national medians. While not an outlier, these figures suggest room for targeted health improvement.

Below-average health in Kansas

Russell County's 74.8-year life expectancy trails the state average of 75.4 years, placing it in the lower-middle tier of Kansas counties. The 15.9% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state median, indicating broader health challenges. However, the county avoids the extreme disparities seen in nearby Rush County.

Mid-tier performance in region

Russell County's 74.8-year life expectancy surpasses Rush County (69.0 years) but trails Rooks County (75.5 years) and Riley County (79.7 years). The 15.9% poor/fair health rate sits between Rooks's stronger performance (13.5%) and Rush's weaker outcomes (16.2%). The county occupies a middle position regionally.

Limited primary care, minimal mental health

Russell County has 45 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, below state average and regional leaders. Mental health provider supply is extremely limited at 15 per 100,000, creating care gaps for residents with depression, anxiety, or behavioral health needs. At 9.1% uninsured—below the state average—more residents have coverage, yet provider shortages limit its value.

Strengthen your health security

Russell County's 9.1% uninsured rate is among the state's lowest, but gaps remain for vulnerable residents. If you lack coverage, visit Healthcare.gov to explore marketplace plans, or contact the Kansas Department of Health and Environment to confirm Medicaid eligibility. Having insurance opens doors to preventive care and mental health support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Russell County, KS?
Russell County has a health score of 58/100, rated "Average." It ranks #44 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 Russell County?
Life expectancy in Russell County is 74.8 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Russell County below the state average.
How does Russell County health compare to the Kansas average?
Russell County's health score of 58/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.8 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 9.1% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Russell County?
Key health factors for Russell County include: life expectancy (74.8 years), uninsured rate (9.1%), and primary care physician access (45:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 15:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Russell County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 58/100 ("Average"), Russell County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.8 years. 9.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Russell County healthier than the Kansas average?
Russell County's health score of 58/100 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. Russell County has better primary care access (45:1 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.