Otoe County Health Data
Otoe County, Nebraska
Health Score
78/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
78.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.4 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
75
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
135
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Otoe County, Nebraska
Otoe leads on longevity among peers
Otoe County residents live to 78.4 years on average, exceeding the national average of 78.9 years by a narrow margin. Despite strong life expectancy, 15.2% of residents report poor or fair health, a rate notably higher than the U.S. median of 13.7%.
Above-average life expectancy in Nebraska
At 78.4 years, Otoe County ranks above Nebraska's state average of 77.5 years, placing it in the upper tier of county health outcomes. The county's 7.3% uninsured rate is among the best in the state, falling below Nebraska's 8.1% average and improving access to routine care.
Strong mental health resources, fewer primary care providers
Otoe's 135 mental health providers per 100K residents exceeds most neighboring counties, supporting robust behavioral health access. However, primary care availability at 75 per 100K lags Nuckolls (123 per 100K), meaning residents may wait longer for routine appointments.
Low uninsured rate masks health disparities
Though only 7.3% of Otoe County residents lack insurance—better than state and national averages—15.2% still report poor or fair health. This suggests that insurance alone doesn't guarantee good health; underlying chronic diseases and limited primary care access play significant roles.
Keep your coverage current in Otoe
Otoe County's strong health insurance enrollment means more residents have access to preventive care, but gaps remain for that 7.3% without coverage. Renew your plan during open enrollment or contact local providers to explore marketplace options designed for your income level.
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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.