Knox County Health Data

Knox County, Nebraska

Health Score

65/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.0%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

48

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

72

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Knox County, Nebraska

Knox County matches U.S. longevity

At 77.5 years, Knox County's life expectancy meets the national average of 76.4 years almost exactly. However, 17.0% of residents report poor or fair health, indicating higher rates of chronic disease than many U.S. peers.

Perfectly aligned with state average

Knox County's 77.5-year life expectancy matches Nebraska's state average precisely, placing it squarely in the middle of state performance. Its 9.0% uninsured rate is slightly above the state average of 8.1%, suggesting modest coverage gaps.

Mid-tier health and provider availability

Knox County's life expectancy (77.5) falls between Kearney County's strong 79.6 and Kimball County's weak 76.0. Its provider availability is solid with 48 primary care and 72 mental health providers per 100K, placing it well above the lowest-resourced rural counties.

Reasonable access, moderate coverage gaps

Knox County's 9.0% uninsured rate represents a modest but real challenge—around 1 in 11 residents lack coverage. With 48 primary care providers per 100K, residents have decent access to routine care, though specialists and mental health services may require travel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Knox County, NE?
Knox County has a health score of 65/100, rated "Average." It ranks #65 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 Knox County?
Life expectancy in Knox County is 77.5 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Knox County equal to the state average.
How does Knox County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Knox County's health score of 65/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 77.5 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 9.0% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Knox County?
Key health factors for Knox County include: life expectancy (77.5 years), uninsured rate (9.0%), and primary care physician access (48:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 72:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Knox County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 65/100 ("Average"), Knox County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.5 years. 9.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Knox County?
Knox County's health score of 65/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.