Fillmore County Health Data

Fillmore County, Nebraska

Health Score

85/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.1 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

36

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

288

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Fillmore County, Nebraska

Fillmore County's life expectancy advantage

At 79.1 years, Fillmore County residents live nearly a full year longer than the U.S. average of 78.1 years. Only 14.1% report poor or fair health—the lowest rate among Nebraska's counties—reflecting exceptional wellness and disease management.

Among Nebraska's healthiest counties

Fillmore County's 79.1-year life expectancy exceeds Nebraska's state average of 77.5 years by 1.6 years, placing it in the state's top tier. The 14.1% poor/fair health rate ranks lowest in Nebraska, signaling outstanding chronic disease control and health behaviors.

Southeast Nebraska's health leader

Fillmore County's 79.1-year life expectancy trails only Deuel County (79.9) and Frontier County (79.6) in the state, making it a regional health leader. The 14.1% poor/fair health rate significantly outperforms neighboring Dodge County and most other counties.

Lowest uninsured rate in state

Fillmore County's 6.7% uninsured rate is the lowest in Nebraska—1.4 percentage points below state average—meaning nearly all residents have health coverage. With 36 primary care providers and 288 mental health providers per 100,000, the county balances access and community health effectively.

Fillmore's coverage success story

Fillmore County has the state's lowest uninsured rate at 6.7%, but if you're among the few without coverage, help is available. Visit healthcare.gov or contact local health services to complete your county's health insurance success story.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Fillmore County, NE?
Fillmore County has a health score of 85/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #19 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 Fillmore County?
Life expectancy in Fillmore County is 79.1 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Fillmore County above the state average.
How does Fillmore County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Fillmore County's health score of 85/100 is above the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 79.1 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 6.7% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Fillmore County?
Key health factors for Fillmore County include: life expectancy (79.1 years), uninsured rate (6.7%), and primary care physician access (36:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 288:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Fillmore County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 85/100 ("Excellent"), Fillmore County is one of the healthier counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.1 years. 6.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Fillmore County healthier than the Nebraska average?
Fillmore County's health score of 85/100 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. Fillmore County has better primary care access (36:1 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.