McPherson County Health Data
McPherson County, Nebraska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
78/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
Pending
Uninsured Rate
5.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
N/A
Uninsured Rate
5.6%
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
17.1%
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 McPherson County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | McPherson | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 39.3% | 39.8% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 9.2% | 9.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% | 30.3% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 19.1% | 18.4% | 24.1% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | McPherson | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 14.4% | 14.9% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 22.3% | 22.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.3% | 26.3% | 27.0% | 1.0 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | McPherson | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 74.0% | 72.9% | 74.9% | 1.1 pts better than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 58.7% | 62.0% | 57.3% | 3.3 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 71.6% | 73.0% | 73.3% | 1.4 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | McPherson | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.5% | 15.3% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 33.4% | 32.3% | 37.3% | 1.1 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare McPherson County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Uninsured Rate in McPherson County Well Below National Average
Health data brief for McPherson County, Nebraska.
The uninsured rate in McPherson County is 5.6%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 8.1% and the national average of 10%. About 17.1% of residents report their health as poor or fair, which is nearly identical to the national average of 17%. The current federal data does not include specific figures for life expectancy, primary care provider ratios, or mental health provider ratios for this county. These metrics offer insight into the insurance landscape for the county's population relative to both state and federal norms. The health status reports provide a subjective measure of wellness for the community without attributing the findings to specific behaviors or environments. Comparing these figures to neighboring counties like Logan, where 7.1% are uninsured, shows local variations in insurance coverage across rural Nebraska. Check the CDC County Health Rankings for more detailed regional comparisons.
Get Care in McPherson 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 McPherson 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.