Clay County Health Data
Clay County, Nebraska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
71/100
Average
Life Expectancy
78.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.1 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.7%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
33
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
16
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
15.9%
State avg 15.6%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
65.7
per 100K residentsCDC: 32.9 per 100K
Dentists
16.4
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
16.4
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 Clay County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Clay | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 40.1% | 39.8% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 9.3% | 9.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% | 30.3% | 33.5% | 0.7 pts better than state |
| Depression | 17.9% | 18.4% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Clay | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.2% | 14.9% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% | 22.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% | 26.3% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Clay | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 73.1% | 72.9% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 60.6% | 62.0% | 57.3% | 1.4 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 73.9% | 73.0% | 73.3% | 0.9 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Clay | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.1% | 15.3% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 31.3% | 32.3% | 37.3% | 1.0 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Clay County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Mental Health Provider Access Distinguishes Clay County Data
Health data brief for Clay County, Nebraska.
In Clay County, the mental health provider ratio stands at 16 per 100,000 residents, a figure significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. Primary care follows a similar pattern with 33 providers per 100,000 people, compared to the national median of 70. Regarding health outcomes, the average life expectancy is 78.1 years, which is longer than the Nebraska state average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. Data shows that 15.9% of residents report poor or fair health, which is a lower rate than the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate is 8.7%, which is higher than the state average of 8.1% but lower than the national average of 10%. These statistics are compiled from federal reporting systems and provide specific local context for health access. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Clay 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.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Clay County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive 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.