Cheyenne County Health Data
Cheyenne County, Nebraska
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
Data Story
About Health in Cheyenne County, Nebraska
Cheyenne County lags on life expectancy
At 75.2 years, Cheyenne County's life expectancy falls 4.5 years short of the U.S. average of 79.7 years. The county's 15.2% poor/fair health rate tracks near national levels, suggesting underlying health challenges that impact longevity.
Below Nebraska's health average
Cheyenne County ranks below Nebraska's 77.5-year state average, placing it in the lower tier of Nebraska counties for life expectancy. Its 7.6% uninsured rate performs slightly better than the state average of 8.1%.
Primary care access is strong here
Cheyenne County offers 53 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—above neighbors like Clay County (33 per 100K) and Custer County (57 per 100K). Mental health access is robust at 136 providers per 100,000, supporting both physical and behavioral health.
Healthcare access in daily life
With 7.6% of residents uninsured, most Cheyenne County residents have coverage for preventive and emergency care. Strong primary care availability means most residents can access a regular provider without long travel times.
Find your health insurance fit
If you're among the 7.6% uninsured in Cheyenne County, explore coverage options through the Healthcare.gov marketplace or contact a local navigator. Even short coverage gaps can compound health risks—today is the day to secure your care.
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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.