Holt County Health Data
Holt County, Nebraska
Health Score
74/100
Average
Life Expectancy
78.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.9 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
90
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
228
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Holt County, Nebraska
Holt County matches national life expectancy
At 78.9 years, Holt County's life expectancy meets the U.S. average of 76.4 years, placing the county in the healthier range nationally. However, 15.3% of residents report poor or fair health—slightly above the national 13.9%—indicating some wellness challenges despite longer lifespans.
Strong life expectancy, average health status
Holt County's 78.9-year life expectancy exceeds Nebraska's state average of 77.5 years by 1.4 years, ranking the county among the state's healthier regions. The 15.3% poor/fair health rate sits slightly above state norms but doesn't diminish the county's strong longevity advantage.
Ties Hamilton for regional health leadership
Holt County matches Hamilton County's 78.9-year life expectancy—the best in the region—and both counties substantially exceed Harlan (76.8 years) and Hitchcock (75.6 years). Holt's 90 primary care providers and 228 mental health providers per 100K support robust healthcare access.
Good coverage, strong mental health resources
At 8.9%, Holt County's uninsured rate matches Harlan's and slightly exceeds the state average, though the county's exceptional mental health provider capacity of 228 per 100K demonstrates commitment to behavioral health. The combination of longevity and mental health resources suggests strong preventive care culture.
Maintain Holt's health edge with coverage
Holt County's strong life expectancy is built on accessible healthcare—with 8.9% uninsured, those without coverage should act now. Visit Healthcare.gov to find affordable plans and ensure every resident can access the primary and mental health care that keeps Holt County thriving.
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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.