Franklin County Health Data
Franklin County, Nebraska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
58/100
Average
Life Expectancy
73.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.1 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.1%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
69
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
71
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
16.1%
State avg 15.6%
National avg 19.6%
Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health
These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Franklin County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Franklin | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 39.7% | 39.8% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 10.1% | 9.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% | 30.3% | 33.5% | 2.0 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 19.9% | 18.4% | 24.1% | 1.5 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Franklin | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 16.9% | 14.9% | 16.3% | 2.0 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 22.0% | 22.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.6% | 26.3% | 27.0% | 1.3 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Franklin | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 73.0% | 72.9% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 60.4% | 62.0% | 57.3% | 1.6 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 72.7% | 73.0% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Franklin | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 16.5% | 15.3% | 18.6% | 1.2 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 33.8% | 32.3% | 37.3% | 1.5 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Franklin County nationally on current cigarette smoking.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Franklin County Life Expectancy Trails Nebraska and National Averages
Health data brief for Franklin County, Nebraska.
In Franklin County, the average life expectancy is 73.1 years, which is 4.4 years lower than the Nebraska state average of 77.5 years and lower than the national average of 77 years. The county reports a mental health provider ratio of 71 per 100,000 residents, which is significantly below the national median of 250 per 100,000. The primary care provider ratio is 69 per 100,000, nearly matching the national median of 70. Data shows 7.1% of residents are uninsured, a lower rate than the 8.1% state average and the 10% national average. About 16.1% of adults in the county report fair or poor health, compared to the 17% national average. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
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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.