Nance County Health Data
Nance County, Nebraska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
61/100
Average
Life Expectancy
72.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
72.7 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
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
15.5%
State avg 15.6%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
29.9
per 100K residents
Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.
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 Nance County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Nance | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 40.7% | 39.8% | 37.6% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 9.8% | 9.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% | 30.3% | 33.5% | 0.8 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 19.0% | 18.4% | 24.1% | 0.6 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Nance | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 16.7% | 14.9% | 16.3% | 1.8 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% | 22.1% | 17.8% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.8% | 26.3% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Nance | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.8% | 72.9% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 61.1% | 62.0% | 57.3% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 72.7% | 73.0% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Nance | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 16.3% | 15.3% | 18.6% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 32.7% | 32.3% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Nance County nationally on current cigarette smoking.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Nance County Life Expectancy Lower Than State and National Norms
Health data brief for Nance County, Nebraska.
Life expectancy in Nance County is 72.7 years, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate in the county stands at 6.6%, a figure that is below the state average of 8.1% and the national average of 10%. Approximately 15.5% of residents report their health as poor or fair, compared to a national average of 17%. Data regarding primary care and mental health provider ratios were not available for Nance County in this federal reporting period. These metrics describe the lifespan and insurance status of the county population without identifying specific causes for the observed rates. Comparison with surrounding counties shows varying health outcomes across the state's rural areas. This data set provides a statistical overview of the county's public health standing relative to national standards. Review the CDC County Health Rankings for more information on Nebraska county data.
Get Care in Nance 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 Nance 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.