Lincoln County Health Data

Lincoln County, Nebraska

Health Score

55/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.2 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

53

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

315

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Lincoln County, Nebraska

Lincoln County's concerning health gap

At 75.2 years, Lincoln County's life expectancy falls 1.2 years short of the U.S. average of 76.4 years. With 19.4% of residents reporting poor or fair health—the highest among all counties reviewed—Lincoln County faces a significant chronic disease burden.

State's weakest life expectancy

Lincoln County's 75.2-year life expectancy trails Nebraska's state average of 77.5 by a troubling 2.3 years, the largest gap in the state. However, its 7.3% uninsured rate matches Lancaster County and beats the state average, suggesting coverage is not the primary barrier to health.

Poorest health despite decent providers

Lincoln County's 75.2-year life expectancy is the lowest in the entire region, and its 19.4% poor/fair health rate is the worst. Yet it has strong provider availability with 53 primary care and 315 mental health providers per 100K, suggesting that access alone does not explain the poor outcomes.

Coverage okay, but health outcomes crisis

Lincoln County's 7.3% uninsured rate is competitive, and provider availability is strong at 53 primary care and 315 mental health providers per 100K. The disconnect between infrastructure and outcomes suggests underlying social factors—poverty, education, or employment—driving worse health despite available care.

Start with coverage, plan for wellness

Lincoln County faces a health crisis that extends beyond insurance; coverage is the foundation. Ensure you and your family are insured through Nebraska's marketplace, then work with your provider on preventive care and chronic disease management.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Lincoln County, NE?
Lincoln County has a health score of 55/100, rated "Average." It ranks #87 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 Lincoln County?
Life expectancy in Lincoln County is 75.2 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Lincoln County below the state average.
How does Lincoln County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Lincoln County's health score of 55/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 75.2 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.3% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Lincoln County?
Key health factors for Lincoln County include: life expectancy (75.2 years), uninsured rate (7.3%), and primary care physician access (53:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 315:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Lincoln County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 55/100 ("Average"), Lincoln County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.2 years. 7.3% 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 Lincoln County?
Lincoln County's health score of 55/100 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.