Wabaunsee County Health Data

Wabaunsee County, Kansas

Health Score

83/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.6 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

43

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

71

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Wabaunsee County, Kansas

Wabaunsee residents live longest

Wabaunsee County's life expectancy of 80.6 years ranks among America's highest, exceeding the U.S. average by 4.5 years. The county's 14.1% poor/fair health rate matches the national average, reflecting generally good population health.

Kansas's healthiest county

At 80.6 years, Wabaunsee County leads all Kansas counties in life expectancy, surpassing the state average of 75.4 years by more than 5 years. This remarkable achievement places residents among the healthiest in the nation.

Clear health advantage over neighbors

Wabaunsee County's 80.6-year life expectancy outpaces all peers in this region by at least 3 years, reflecting superior community health. The county's 7.7% uninsured rate is the lowest among its neighbors, enabling broad access to preventive care.

Lowest uninsured rate in region

Wabaunsee County's uninsured rate of 7.7% is the best in this eight-county group and well below the state average of 11.5%. While primary care capacity at 43 providers per 100,000 is more modest, residents enjoy strong mental health support at 71 providers per 100,000.

Maintain your excellent coverage

Wabaunsee County's 7.7% uninsured rate shows what good coverage looks like—but that means about 1 in 13 neighbors still lacks insurance. If you're among the uninsured, local health plans and Medicaid options can connect you to care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Wabaunsee County, KS?
Wabaunsee County has a health score of 83/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #2 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 Wabaunsee County?
Life expectancy in Wabaunsee County is 80.6 years. The Kansas state average is 75.4 years, making Wabaunsee County above the state average.
How does Wabaunsee County health compare to the Kansas average?
Wabaunsee County's health score of 83/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 80.6 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 7.7% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Wabaunsee County?
Key health factors for Wabaunsee County include: life expectancy (80.6 years), uninsured rate (7.7%), and primary care physician access (43:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 71:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Wabaunsee County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 83/100 ("Excellent"), Wabaunsee County is one of the healthier counties in Kansas. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.6 years. 7.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Wabaunsee County healthier than the Kansas average?
Wabaunsee County's health score of 83/100 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. Wabaunsee County has better primary care access (43:1 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.