Trego County Health Data

Trego County, Kansas

Health Score

75/100

Average

Life Expectancy

80.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.3 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.8%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

72

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

147

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Trego County, Kansas

Trego County leads in longevity

Trego County residents enjoy a life expectancy of 80.3 years, placing them among the longest-lived Americans—4.2 years above the U.S. average of 76.1 years. With a 14.0% poor/fair health rate, the county beats the national average of 15.3%.

Top performer in Kansas health

At 80.3 years, Trego County's life expectancy ranks among Kansas's healthiest counties, exceeding the state average of 75.4 years by nearly 5 years. This exceptional performance reflects strong community health outcomes.

Among region's healthiest communities

Trego County leads its neighboring counties with the second-highest life expectancy in this eight-county group and matches regional health perception rates. The county's 72 primary care providers per 100,000 residents support accessible healthcare delivery.

Strong coverage with access gaps

Trego County's uninsured rate of 10.8% sits below both the state average of 11.5% and national trends, indicating good coverage penetration. The county provides 72 primary care providers and 147 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, ensuring most residents can access care nearby.

Secure your family's health plan

Even with Trego County's strong insurance coverage, 10.8% of residents remain uninsured—a gap worth closing. Visit healthcare.gov or contact a local health plan navigator to find coverage that fits your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Trego County, KS?
Trego County has a health score of 75/100, rated "Average." It ranks #7 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 Trego County?
Life expectancy in Trego County is 80.3 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Trego County above the state average.
How does Trego County health compare to the Kansas average?
Trego County's health score of 75/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 80.3 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 10.8% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Trego County?
Key health factors for Trego County include: life expectancy (80.3 years), uninsured rate (10.8%), and primary care physician access (72:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 147:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Trego County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 75/100 ("Average"), Trego County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.3 years. 10.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Trego County healthier than the Kansas average?
Trego County's health score of 75/100 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.