Burt County Health Data

Burt County, Nebraska

Health Score

64/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.4 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.1%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

15

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Burt County, Nebraska

Burt County faces significant health gaps

At 75.4 years, Burt County residents live 3.5 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 15.2% poor or fair health rate mirrors the national struggle, yet the shorter life expectancy signals deeper health equity issues.

One of Nebraska's lowest life expectancies

Burt County's 75.4-year life expectancy ranks among the lowest in Nebraska, trailing the state average of 77.5 years by more than 2 years. This persistent gap suggests chronic health stressors requiring targeted community intervention.

Neighboring counties significantly healthier

Cedar County to the east reaches 80.2 years while Butler County to the north achieves 79.1 years—both far outpacing Burt's 75.4-year mark. The disparity grows starker in provider density: Burt offers just 30 primary care providers per 100,000 residents versus Cedar's higher access levels.

Severe provider shortage limits access

Burt County residents struggle with just 30 primary care providers and 15 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—among the lowest ratios statewide. With an uninsured rate of 8.1% (matching Nebraska's average), those without insurance face especially long waits and limited options for preventive care.

Healthcare access starts with coverage

In a county with limited providers, having insurance is critical to securing timely care. Visit healthcare.gov today to enroll in Medicaid or a marketplace plan—enrollment assistance is available by phone at 1-800-318-2596.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Burt County, NE?
Burt County has a health score of 64/100, rated "Average." It ranks #68 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 Burt County?
Life expectancy in Burt County is 75.4 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Burt County below the state average.
How does Burt County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Burt County's health score of 64/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 75.4 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 8.1% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Burt County?
Key health factors for Burt County include: life expectancy (75.4 years), uninsured rate (8.1%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 15:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Burt County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 64/100 ("Average"), Burt County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.4 years. 8.1% 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 Burt County?
Burt County's health score of 64/100 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.