Gage County Health Data

Gage County, Nebraska

Health Score

67/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.3 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.4%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

74

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

190

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Gage County, Nebraska

Life expectancy trails national average

Gage County residents live to 76.3 years on average, about 2.6 years below the U.S. average of 78.9 years. With 16.5% reporting poor or fair health, the county faces above-average chronic disease burden.

Among the lowest life expectancy in state

Gage County's 76.3-year life expectancy ranks near the bottom of Nebraska counties, trailing the state average of 77.5 years by 1.2 years. This gap signals persistent health challenges that demand attention.

Health outcomes lag nearby Furnas County

Gage County's 76.3-year life expectancy falls below neighboring Furnas County (77.0) and trails the stronger performance of Greeley County (81.2). However, Gage excels in mental health provider access with 190 per 100K, nearly triple the state median.

Better uninsured rate, but fewer doctors

Gage County's 7.4% uninsured rate beats the state average of 8.1%, a positive sign for healthcare access. Yet primary care is stretched thin at just 74 providers per 100K—far below Furnas County's 109.

Secure coverage to improve health outcomes

Most Gage County residents have insurance, but the uninsured still face barriers to preventive care. Explore options at Healthcare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE to find a plan that works for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Gage County, NE?
Gage County has a health score of 67/100, rated "Average." It ranks #54 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 Gage County?
Life expectancy in Gage County is 76.3 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Gage County below the state average.
How does Gage County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Gage County's health score of 67/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 76.3 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.4% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Gage County?
Key health factors for Gage County include: life expectancy (76.3 years), uninsured rate (7.4%), and primary care physician access (74:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 190:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Gage County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 67/100 ("Average"), Gage County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.3 years. 7.4% 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 Gage County?
Gage County's health score of 67/100 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.