Rock County Health Data

Rock County, Nebraska

Health Score

77/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

79

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

551

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Rock County, Nebraska

Rock County's life expectancy data unavailable

Life expectancy data for Rock County is not currently available; however, its 14.7% poor/fair health rate sits below the national average of 17.9%, indicating relatively strong health status. The county's low 7.5% uninsured rate—below the U.S. average—suggests good insurance access.

Strong uninsured rate, low poor health

Rock County's 7.5% uninsured rate ranks it among Nebraska's best, below the state average of 8.1%. With 14.7% poor/fair health, the county performs above state benchmarks despite not reporting life expectancy data.

Exceptional mental health provider density

Rock County boasts 551 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—more than double any neighboring county and far exceeding state norms. Its 79 primary care providers per 100K also rank among the region's strongest.

Best-in-class behavioral health access

Rock County's 551 mental health providers per 100K is exceptional for a rural Nebraska county, ensuring robust psychiatric and counseling services. Its 7.5% uninsured rate is among Nebraska's lowest, making healthcare access viable for most residents.

Rock County has strong coverage

With only 7.5% uninsured, Rock County leads Nebraska in insurance uptake. If you're among the uninsured, visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to find coverage that works for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Rock County, NE?
Rock County has a health score of 77/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #33 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 Rock County?
Life expectancy data for Rock County is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Rock County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Rock County's health score of 77/100 is above the Nebraska average of 71/100. The uninsured rate is 7.5% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Rock County?
Key health factors for Rock County include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (7.5%), and primary care physician access (79:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 551:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Rock County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 77/100 ("Excellent"), Rock County is one of the healthier counties in Nebraska. 7.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Rock County healthier than the Nebraska average?
Rock County's health score of 77/100 exceeds the Nebraska average of 71/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.