Brown County Health Data

Brown County, Nebraska

Health Score

61/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.6 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.0%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

103

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

70

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Brown County, Nebraska

Brown County lags in life expectancy

At 75.6 years, Brown County residents live nearly 5 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 15.0% poor or fair health rate sits above the national average of 13.5%, suggesting persistent health challenges in the community.

Below Nebraska's health benchmark

Brown County's 75.6-year life expectancy trails Nebraska's state average of 77.5 years by nearly 2 years. This places Brown County among the lower-performing counties statewide for longevity metrics.

Neighboring counties fare better overall

Cherry County to the north reaches 77.2 years, while Cedar County achieves 80.2 years—outpacing Brown County by 4-5 years. Brown County's primary care provider density of 103 per 100,000 residents actually exceeds most rural neighbors, suggesting provider availability isn't the sole driver of health outcomes.

Uninsured rate tops state average

One in ten Brown County residents—10.0%—lack health insurance, compared to Nebraska's 8.1% average. Limited mental health provider capacity at 70 per 100,000 residents may compound healthcare access challenges for those seeking behavioral health support.

Finding affordable health coverage

If you're among the 10% of uninsured Brown County residents, help is available. Visit healthcare.gov or contact a local navigator to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, or employer coverage options tailored to your family's needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Brown County, NE?
Brown County has a health score of 61/100, rated "Average." It ranks #76 out of 93 counties in Nebraska (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 Brown County?
Life expectancy in Brown County is 75.6 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Brown County below the state average.
How does Brown County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Brown County's health score of 61/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 75.6 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 10.0% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Brown County?
Key health factors for Brown County include: life expectancy (75.6 years), uninsured rate (10.0%), and primary care physician access (103:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 70:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Brown County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 61/100 ("Average"), Brown County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.6 years. 10.0% 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 Brown County?
Brown County's health score of 61/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. 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.