Hayes County Health Data
Hayes County, Nebraska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
61/100
Average
Life Expectancy
Pending
Uninsured Rate
8.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
N/A
Uninsured Rate
8.3%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Poor / Fair Health
17.3%
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 Hayes County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Hayes | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 41.8% | 39.8% | 37.6% | 2.0 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 9.9% | 9.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.4% | 30.3% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 18.8% | 18.4% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Hayes | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.4% | 14.9% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% | 22.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.0% | 26.3% | 27.0% | 1.7 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Hayes | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.6% | 72.9% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 59.6% | 62.0% | 57.3% | 2.4 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 73.6% | 73.0% | 73.3% | 0.6 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Hayes | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.7% | 15.3% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 32.6% | 32.3% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Hayes County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Hayes County Health and Coverage Rates Align With Regional Trends
Health data brief for Hayes County, Nebraska.
Hayes County reports a poor or fair health rate of 17.3%, placing it very close to the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 8.3%, which is nearly identical to the Nebraska state average of 8.1% and lower than the national average of 10%. Specific data for life expectancy, primary care provider ratios, and mental health provider ratios are currently unavailable for this county. The available metrics suggest that health outcomes and insurance coverage in Hayes County largely reflect broader state and national benchmarks despite its rural location. For those interested in regional comparisons, please explore Nebraska state-level health data for further context on these figures and the reporting gaps present in smaller jurisdictions. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Hayes County, Nebraska
Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Hayes County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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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.