Clay County Health Data

Clay County, Nebraska

Health 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

Data Story

About Health in Clay County, Nebraska

Clay County's life expectancy above U.S. average

Clay County residents live 78.1 years on average, just 1.6 years below the U.S. average of 79.7 years. Despite a 15.9% poor/fair health rate slightly above the national median, the county maintains solid longevity outcomes.

Clay County leads Nebraska in life span

At 78.1 years, Clay County exceeds Nebraska's state average of 77.5 years, placing it among the state's healthier counties. Its 8.7% uninsured rate is marginally higher than the state average of 8.1%.

Primary care is the challenge here

Clay County has just 33 primary care providers per 100,000—the lowest among its neighbors, including Cheyenne (53) and Custer (57). Mental health access is limited at 16 providers per 100,000, suggesting residents may need to travel for specialized behavioral health care.

A two-tier access reality

While 91.3% of Clay County residents carry health insurance, finding a nearby primary care provider can be difficult due to lower provider density. Residents may face appointment delays or need to travel to neighboring counties for routine care.

Secure coverage for your family

The 8.7% of uninsured Clay County residents have options through Healthcare.gov and local enrollment partners. With limited primary care providers locally, insurance is your first step to coordinated care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Clay County, NE?
Clay County has a health score of 71/100, rated "Average." It ranks #49 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 Clay County?
Life expectancy in Clay County is 78.1 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Clay County above the state average.
How does Clay County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Clay County's health score of 71/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 78.1 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 8.7% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Clay County?
Key health factors for Clay County include: life expectancy (78.1 years), uninsured rate (8.7%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 16:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Clay County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 71/100 ("Average"), Clay County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.1 years. 8.7% 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 Clay County?
Clay County's health score of 71/100 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.