Dodge County Health Data

Dodge County, Nebraska

Health Score

64/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.6%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

49

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

229

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Dodge County, Nebraska

Dodge County lags national life expectancy

At 76.2 years, Dodge County's life expectancy falls 1.9 years short of the U.S. average of 78.1 years, marking the lowest performance among Nebraska's major counties. With 16.0% reporting poor or fair health, nearly 1 in 6 residents face daily health challenges.

Nebraska's shortest life expectancy

Dodge County's 76.2-year life expectancy ranks well below Nebraska's 77.5-year state average, making it one of the state's poorest-performing counties on this metric. The county's 16.0% poor/fair health rate signals chronic disease and health management concerns.

Surrounded by healthier counties

Dodge County's 76.2-year life expectancy lags significantly behind Deuel County (79.9) and Fillmore County (79.1) just miles away. This disparity, despite being home to Fremont, suggests uneven distribution of health resources or outcomes across the region.

Strong provider presence, persistent gaps

Dodge County boasts 49 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and an exceptional 229 mental health providers per 100,000—well above state averages. Yet the 8.6% uninsured rate and underlying health outcomes suggest access or utilization barriers remain.

Make health care a priority now

Dodge County residents deserve access to the robust provider network available locally, but 8.6% remain uninsured. Visit healthcare.gov to explore coverage options and ensure you can use the excellent mental health and primary care services your county offers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Dodge County, NE?
Dodge County has a health score of 64/100, rated "Average." It ranks #69 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 Dodge County?
Life expectancy in Dodge County is 76.2 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Dodge County below the state average.
How does Dodge County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Dodge County's health score of 64/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 76.2 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 8.6% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Dodge County?
Key health factors for Dodge County include: life expectancy (76.2 years), uninsured rate (8.6%), and primary care physician access (49:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 229:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Dodge County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 64/100 ("Average"), Dodge County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.2 years. 8.6% 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 Dodge County?
Dodge County's health score of 64/100 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.