Cheyenne County Health Data

Cheyenne County, Nebraska

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

66/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.2 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

53

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

136

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.2%

State avg 15.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

10.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 52.5 per 100K

Dentists

10.6

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

10.6

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Cheyenne County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCheyenneState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity34.8%39.8%37.6%5.0 pts better than state
Diabetes9.9%9.6%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure30.8%30.3%33.5%near state average
Depression18.4%18.4%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCheyenneState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.6%14.9%16.3%0.7 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking21.6%22.1%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity27.9%26.3%27.0%1.6 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCheyenneState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.3%72.9%74.9%0.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)61.2%62.0%57.3%0.8 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)71.9%73.0%73.3%1.1 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCheyenneState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress15.8%15.3%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration35.4%32.3%37.3%3.1 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Cheyenne County nationally on obesity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Life Expectancy Trails State and National Figures in Cheyenne County

Health data brief for Cheyenne County, Nebraska.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Cheyenne County is 75.2 years, which is shorter than the Nebraska state figure of 77.5 years and the national mark of 77 years. For professional care, the county has 53 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents, a lower concentration than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health care shows a similar trend, with 136 providers per 100,000 people compared to the national median of 250. However, the uninsured rate in the county is 7.6%, which sits lower than the Nebraska state average of 8.1% and the national average of 10%. Additionally, 15.2% of residents report being in poor or fair health, a figure that is less frequent than the national rate of 17%. These figures provide a snapshot of the local health landscape based on federal and state records. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Cheyenne County, Nebraska

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Sidney Regional Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(308) 254-5825
1000 Pole Creek Crossing, Sidney, NE 69162
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cheyenne County, NE?
Cheyenne County has a health score of 66/100, rated "Average." It ranks #62 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 Cheyenne County?
Life expectancy in Cheyenne County is 75.2 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Cheyenne County below the state average.
How does Cheyenne County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Cheyenne County's health score of 66/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 75.2 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Cheyenne County?
Key health factors for Cheyenne County include: life expectancy (75.2 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (53:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 136:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cheyenne County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 66/100 ("Average"), Cheyenne County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.2 years. 7.6% 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 Cheyenne County?
Cheyenne County's health score of 66/100 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.