Cuming County Health Data

Cuming County, Nebraska

Health Score

68/100

Average

Life Expectancy

79.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.1 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.3%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

45

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

90

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Cuming County, Nebraska

Cuming County life span nears national average

Cuming County residents live 79.1 years on average—0.6 years above the U.S. average of 79.7 years. The county's 15.4% poor/fair health rate suggests manageable chronic disease prevalence for a rural Nebraska county.

Above Nebraska's health baseline

At 79.1 years, Cuming County exceeds Nebraska's state average life expectancy of 77.5 years by 1.6 years. Its 11.3% uninsured rate is notably higher than the state average of 8.1%, indicating coverage gaps.

Balanced provider access across the board

Cuming County offers 45 primary care providers per 100,000—solidly mid-range among its peers—and 90 mental health providers per 100,000, supporting both physical and behavioral care. This balance provides residents with reasonable access to most healthcare services.

Coverage gaps affect one in nine

One in nine Cuming County residents (11.3%) lacks health insurance, which can delay preventive care and increase emergency department reliance. For those with coverage, moderate provider density means most routine care is accessible locally.

Get insured, stay healthy

Cuming County's 11.3% uninsured rate means thousands of residents are one medical emergency away from financial hardship. Healthcare.gov and local navigators can help you find affordable coverage today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cuming County, NE?
Cuming County has a health score of 68/100, rated "Average." It ranks #53 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 Cuming County?
Life expectancy in Cuming County is 79.1 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Cuming County above the state average.
How does Cuming County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Cuming County's health score of 68/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 79.1 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 11.3% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Cuming County?
Key health factors for Cuming County include: life expectancy (79.1 years), uninsured rate (11.3%), and primary care physician access (45:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 90:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cuming County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 68/100 ("Average"), Cuming County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.1 years. 11.3% 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 Cuming County?
Cuming County's health score of 68/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. The uninsured rate of 11.3% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. 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.