Hitchcock County Health Data
Hitchcock County, Nebraska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
65/100
Average
Life Expectancy
75.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.6 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.3%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
39
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Poor / Fair Health
16.6%
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 Hitchcock County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Hitchcock | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 42.1% | 39.8% | 37.6% | 2.3 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 9.7% | 9.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% | 30.3% | 33.5% | 1.2 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 19.0% | 18.4% | 24.1% | 0.6 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Hitchcock | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.8% | 14.9% | 16.3% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% | 22.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% | 26.3% | 27.0% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Hitchcock | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.7% | 72.9% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 58.3% | 62.0% | 57.3% | 3.7 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 72.6% | 73.0% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Hitchcock | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 16.0% | 15.3% | 18.6% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 32.8% | 32.3% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Hitchcock 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
Primary Care Access in Hitchcock County Below National Median
Health data brief for Hitchcock County, Nebraska.
Hitchcock County has 39 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a ratio significantly lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The county’s life expectancy is recorded at 75.6 years, which is lower than both the Nebraska state average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. Regarding health status, 16.6% of adults report poor or fair health, which is consistent with the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate is 7.3%, placing it below the state average of 8.1% and the national average of 10%. Currently, there is no available data regarding the ratio of mental health providers in the county. Factual details on the primary care provider ratio are sourced from the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System. Explore state-level data for a broader overview of Nebraska healthcare provider distribution.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock 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.