Wallace County Health Data

Wallace County, Kansas

Health Score

69/100

Average

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

State avg 11.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

133

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Wallace County, Kansas

Wallace County faces health challenges

Wallace County's 15.2% poor/fair health rate exceeds the national average of 15.3%, signaling elevated health challenges in this community. While life expectancy data is limited, the health perception rate suggests residents experience more chronic conditions than average.

Below-average Kansas health metrics

Wallace County's 15.2% poor/fair health rate ranks above the state median, indicating residents report more health challenges than typical Kansas communities. Specific life expectancy data is unavailable, but health perception suggests residents face greater health burdens.

Challenged compared to region

Wallace County's 15.2% poor/fair health rate is the highest among its neighbors, indicating greater health challenges in this community. The county's 8.7% uninsured rate is lower than average, but coverage alone cannot address underlying health disparities.

Good insurance but limited primary care

Wallace County's uninsured rate of 8.7% is better than the state average of 11.5%, yet primary care provider data is unavailable, raising questions about care access. Mental health support at 133 providers per 100,000 is solid, but comprehensive primary care capacity assessment is needed.

Strengthen your health foundation

With 8.7% uninsured, Wallace County has good coverage overall, but residents with health challenges should verify they have comprehensive plans. Contact a local health navigator or visit healthcare.gov to ensure your plan covers the care you need.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Wallace County, KS?
Wallace County has a health score of 69/100, rated "Average." It ranks #14 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 Wallace County?
Life expectancy data for Wallace County is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Wallace County health compare to the Kansas average?
Wallace County's health score of 69/100 is above the Kansas average of 54/100. The uninsured rate is 8.7% vs. 11.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Wallace County?
Key health factors for Wallace County include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (8.7%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 133:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Wallace County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 69/100 ("Average"), Wallace County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kansas. 8.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Wallace County healthier than the Kansas average?
Wallace County's health score of 69/100 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.