Keith County Health Data

Keith County, Nebraska

Health Score

72/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.1 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

73

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

148

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Keith County, Nebraska

Keith County keeps pace nationally

At 77.1 years, Keith County's life expectancy is just below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. With 14.9% of residents reporting poor or fair health, the county sits in the middle of the national distribution for chronic disease burden.

Slightly below Nebraska's average

Keith County's life expectancy of 77.1 years trails Nebraska's state average of 77.5 years by about 0.4 years. However, its 8.3% uninsured rate is close to the state average of 8.1%, indicating reasonable coverage access.

Exceptional provider resources

While Keith County's life expectancy ranks lowest among nearby counties, its healthcare infrastructure is exceptional: 73 primary care and 148 mental health providers per 100K—far ahead of neighbors like Johnson County. This robust provider network suggests concentrated healthcare services, possibly anchored by a regional medical hub.

High providers, higher uninsured rate

Keith County boasts outstanding provider availability, yet 8.3% of residents remain uninsured—slightly above the state average. The gap suggests that strong healthcare infrastructure doesn't automatically translate to universal coverage or affordability for all residents.

Use abundant resources to get covered

Keith County's excellent provider network makes this the ideal time to enroll in coverage. Contact your local health department or visit Nebraska's marketplace to bridge the insurance gap and access the quality care available locally.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Keith County, NE?
Keith County has a health score of 72/100, rated "Average." It ranks #44 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 Keith County?
Life expectancy in Keith County is 77.1 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Keith County below the state average.
How does Keith County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Keith County's health score of 72/100 is above the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 77.1 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 8.3% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Keith County?
Key health factors for Keith County include: life expectancy (77.1 years), uninsured rate (8.3%), and primary care physician access (73:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 148:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Keith County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 72/100 ("Average"), Keith County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.1 years. 8.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Keith County healthier than the Nebraska average?
Keith County's health score of 72/100 exceeds the Nebraska average of 71/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.