Sumner County Health Data

Sumner County, Kansas

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

Data Story

About Health in Sumner County, Kansas

Sumner faces significant health challenges

At 74.0 years, Sumner County's life expectancy lags the U.S. average of 76.4 years by 2.4 years. With an 18.0% poor or fair health rate—notably above the national average—Sumner residents report widespread daily health struggles.

Below-average life, mixed insurance coverage

Sumner's 74.0-year life expectancy ranks lowest in this dataset and trails Kansas' 75.4-year average by 1.4 years. Its 10.2% uninsured rate is slightly below the state's 11.5%, suggesting coverage gaps aren't the only driver of poor health outcomes.

Tied for worst longevity in region

Sumner's 74.0-year life expectancy ties with Stafford as the second-worst in this peer group, well behind Smith's 79.0-year leader and ahead only of Sheridan's 72.4. With just 27 primary care providers per 100K, Sumner residents struggle with access comparable to Stanton and Stafford.

Sparse primary care, stronger mental health access

Sumner's 27 primary care providers per 100,000 residents means residents must travel for routine care, likely delaying preventive treatment and chronic disease management. The 125 mental health providers per 100K offers robust behavioral health infrastructure, yet the county's low life expectancy and 18% poor or fair health rate suggest other barriers prevent utilization.

Ensure your coverage is active

With life expectancy and health satisfaction both lagging state averages, Sumner residents need consistent coverage and preventive care. Visit Healthcare.gov to verify your plan is active and explore local clinics offering preventive screening and chronic disease management.

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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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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.