Custer County Health Data

Custer County, Nebraska

Health Score

76/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

57

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

123

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Custer County, Nebraska

Custer County's solid health profile

At 77.9 years, Custer County's life expectancy is 1.8 years below the U.S. average of 79.7 years. The county's 15.5% poor/fair health rate is near-average, indicating manageable chronic disease burden.

Close to Nebraska's health mean

Custer County's 77.9-year life expectancy sits nearly even with Nebraska's 77.5-year average, placing it in the middle of the state's health rankings. Its 7.3% uninsured rate ranks among the lowest in these eight counties and beats the state average of 8.1%.

Strong primary and mental health access

Custer County delivers 57 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—among the highest in this group—and 123 mental health providers per 100,000. This robust provider network ensures most residents can find local care for routine and specialized needs.

Insurance and access align well

With only 7.3% of residents uninsured, coverage is strong in Custer County, and good provider density means most residents can see a doctor nearby. This combination enables preventive care and early intervention.

Stay covered, stay healthy

The 7.3% of Custer County residents without insurance have clear pathways to coverage through Healthcare.gov and community health programs. Don't delay—secure your insurance and connect with the strong provider network available here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Custer County, NE?
Custer County has a health score of 76/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #34 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 Custer County?
Life expectancy in Custer County is 77.9 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Custer County above the state average.
How does Custer County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Custer County's health score of 76/100 is above the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 77.9 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.3% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Custer County?
Key health factors for Custer County include: life expectancy (77.9 years), uninsured rate (7.3%), and primary care physician access (57:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 123:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Custer County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 76/100 ("Excellent"), Custer County is one of the healthier counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.9 years. 7.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Custer County healthier than the Nebraska average?
Custer County's health score of 76/100 exceeds the Nebraska average of 71/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Custer County has better primary care access (57:1 ratio) than the state average (66:1).

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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.