Saline County Health Data

Saline County, Nebraska

Health Score

58/100

Average

Life Expectancy

79.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.2 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.5%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

110

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Saline County, Nebraska

Saline leads on longevity despite health challenges

Saline County residents enjoy a 79.2-year life expectancy—nearly 3 years above the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Yet its 19.0% poor/fair health rate exceeds the national average of 17.9%, revealing a paradox of longer lives alongside higher reported illness.

Highest life expectancy in state sample

At 79.2 years, Saline County tops Nebraska's average of 77.5 years by 1.7 years—among the highest in this sample. However, its 11.5% uninsured rate is the worst in the state, indicating coverage gaps despite strong longevity.

Fewest primary care doctors in region

Saline County has only 42 primary care providers per 100,000—the lowest in its peer group and well below Richardson (52) and Red Willow (75). Mental health capacity of 110 per 100K is also minimal for a county of its size.

High uninsured rate, lowest primary care access

Saline's 11.5% uninsured rate—the highest in Nebraska's sample—leaves roughly 1 in 9 residents vulnerable to medical debt. With just 42 primary care providers per 100K, residents face significant barriers to preventive care and routine appointments.

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Saline County's 11.5% uninsured rate is the state's highest—leaving families at financial risk. Visit healthcare.gov today or call 1-800-318-2596 to find affordable plans and tax credits you may qualify for.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Saline County, NE?
Saline County has a health score of 58/100, rated "Average." It ranks #81 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 Saline County?
Life expectancy in Saline County is 79.2 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Saline County above the state average.
How does Saline County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Saline County's health score of 58/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 79.2 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 11.5% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Saline County?
Key health factors for Saline County include: life expectancy (79.2 years), uninsured rate (11.5%), and primary care physician access (42:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 110:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Saline County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 58/100 ("Average"), Saline County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.2 years. 11.5% 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 Saline County?
Saline County's health score of 58/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. The uninsured rate of 11.5% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. 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.