Keya Paha County Health Data
Keya Paha County, Nebraska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
69/100
Average
Life Expectancy
Pending
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
N/A
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
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
14.5%
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 Keya Paha County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Keya Paha | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 38.0% | 39.8% | 37.6% | 1.8 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 9.7% | 9.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% | 30.3% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 18.5% | 18.4% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Keya Paha | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.7% | 14.9% | 16.3% | 0.8 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% | 22.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% | 26.3% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Keya Paha | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.4% | 72.9% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 62.8% | 62.0% | 57.3% | 0.8 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 71.8% | 73.0% | 73.3% | 1.2 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Keya Paha | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.5% | 15.3% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 30.9% | 32.3% | 37.3% | 1.4 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Keya Paha County nationally on obesity.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Keya Paha County Uninsured Rate Surpasses Nebraska State Average
Health data brief for Keya Paha County, Nebraska.
In Keya Paha County, the uninsured rate is 9.4%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 8.1%. While higher than the state level, this figure remains below the national average of 10%. Due to data limitations, life expectancy and provider ratios for primary care and mental health are not reported for this county. However, data shows that 14.5% of adults in Keya Paha County report their health as poor or fair, a rate that is lower than the national average of 17%. Without specific provider counts, other health infrastructure metrics remain unavailable. The comparison of the uninsured rate highlights a difference in coverage compared to broader state-level trends. Explore state-level data.
Get Care in Keya Paha 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 Keya Paha 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.