Butler County Health Data

Butler County, Nebraska

Health Score

85/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.1 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.1%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

71

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

12

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Butler County, Nebraska

Butler County excels in health outcomes

At 79.1 years, Butler County residents live just 2 months short of the U.S. average of 78.9 years. The county's 12.8% poor or fair health rate ranks below the national average of 13.5%, placing Butler among the healthier U.S. counties.

Above Nebraska's health standard

Butler County's 79.1-year life expectancy exceeds Nebraska's state average of 77.5 years by 1.6 years. The county's 12.8% poor or fair health rate also outperforms the state, signaling strong community health management.

Butler leads regional health metrics

Butler's 79.1-year life expectancy and 12.8% poor or fair health rate rank among the best in central Nebraska, surpassing nearby Burt County's 75.4 years and 15.2% rate. Primary care provider density of 71 per 100,000 residents ensures accessible routine medical care across the county.

Strong coverage, limited mental health access

Only 7.1% of Butler County residents lack health insurance—the best rate among peer counties and well below Nebraska's 8.1% average. However, mental health provider capacity at 12 per 100,000 residents remains a constraint for those seeking behavioral health services.

Keep your family covered

Butler County's low uninsured rate shows what strong coverage looks like—but if you're among the 7%, now is the time to act. Explore options at healthcare.gov or contact a local enrollment counselor to find a plan that protects your health and finances.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Butler County, NE?
Butler County has a health score of 85/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #16 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 Butler County?
Life expectancy in Butler County is 79.1 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Butler County above the state average.
How does Butler County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Butler County's health score of 85/100 is above the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 79.1 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.1% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Butler County?
Key health factors for Butler County include: life expectancy (79.1 years), uninsured rate (7.1%), and primary care physician access (71:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 12:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Butler County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 85/100 ("Excellent"), Butler County is one of the healthier counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.1 years. 7.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Butler County healthier than the Nebraska average?
Butler County's health score of 85/100 exceeds the Nebraska average of 71/100. 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.