Sumner County Health Data

Sumner County, Kansas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

47/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.2%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

27

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

125

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.0%

State avg 16.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

8.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 26.8 per 100K

Dentists

13.4

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Sumner County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSumnerState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.8%38.9%37.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Diabetes9.9%10.2%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure31.8%31.8%33.5%near state average
Depression22.5%21.8%24.1%0.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSumnerState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.2%16.3%16.3%0.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.5%17.7%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity25.7%27.3%27.0%1.6 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSumnerState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.5%74.1%74.9%1.4 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)59.2%61.1%57.3%1.9 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)70.1%71.7%73.3%1.6 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSumnerState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.0%17.7%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration38.4%35.6%37.3%2.8 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Sumner County nationally on short sleep duration.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Life Expectancy in Sumner County Lower Than State Average

Health data brief for Sumner County, Kansas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Sumner County is 74.0 years, which is lower than the Kansas average of 75.4 years and the national average of 77 years. The county reports 27 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. Mental health providers are available at a rate of 125 per 100,000, below the national median of 250. The uninsured rate is 10.2%, slightly lower than the state average of 11.5% but just above the national average of 10%. Additionally, 18.0% of residents report poor or fair health, a figure slightly higher than the national average of 17%. These statistics provide a window into the health environment of the county. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Sumner County, Kansas

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Caldwell Regional Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(620) 845-6492
761 W 175th St S, Caldwell, KS 67022
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sumner County, KS?
Sumner County has a health score of 47/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #69 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 Sumner County?
Life expectancy in Sumner County is 74.0 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Sumner County below the state average.
How does Sumner County health compare to the Kansas average?
Sumner County's health score of 47/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.0 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 10.2% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Sumner County?
Key health factors for Sumner County include: life expectancy (74.0 years), uninsured rate (10.2%), and primary care physician access (27:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 125:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sumner County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 47/100 ("Below Average"), Sumner County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.0 years. 10.2% 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 Sumner County?
Sumner County's health score of 47/100 is below the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 10.2% 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.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.