Sarpy County Health Data

Sarpy County, Nebraska

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

95/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.8 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.6%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

50

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

140

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

12.8%

State avg 15.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

16.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 49.6 per 100K

Dentists

6.7

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

9.8

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 Sarpy County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureSarpyState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.6%39.8%37.6%4.2 pts better than state
Diabetes8.9%9.6%11.2%0.7 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure29.2%30.3%33.5%1.1 pts better than state
Depression17.5%18.4%24.1%0.9 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureSarpyState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking11.0%14.9%16.3%3.9 pts better than state
Binge Drinking18.7%22.1%17.8%3.4 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity21.2%26.3%27.0%5.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureSarpyState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.1%72.9%74.9%3.2 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)69.3%62.0%57.3%7.3 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)78.0%73.0%73.3%5.0 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureSarpyState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress13.6%15.3%18.6%1.7 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration33.7%32.3%37.3%1.4 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Sarpy 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

Sarpy County uninsured rate among lowest in the state

Health data brief for Sarpy County, Nebraska.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

The uninsured rate in Sarpy County is 4.6%. This is lower than the Nebraska average of 8.1% and less than half of the 10% national average. Life expectancy in the county is 79.8 years, which is higher than the state average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. For healthcare access, the county has 50 primary care providers and 140 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. Both figures are lower than the national medians of 70 and 250 per 100,000, respectively. The percentage of adults reporting poor or fair health is 12.8%, which is lower than the national average of 17%. These statistics are compiled from federal health registries and provider records. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Sarpy 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.

Chi Health Midlands

ER
4/5
(402) 593-3000
11111 South 84th St, Papillion, NE 68046
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

Bellevue Medical Center

ER
4/5
(402) 763-3600
2500 Bellevue Medical Center Dr, Bellevue, NE 68123
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sarpy County, NE?
Sarpy County has a health score of 95/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #1 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 Sarpy County?
Life expectancy in Sarpy County is 79.8 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Sarpy County above the state average.
How does Sarpy County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Sarpy County's health score of 95/100 is above the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 79.8 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 4.6% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Sarpy County?
Key health factors for Sarpy County include: life expectancy (79.8 years), uninsured rate (4.6%), and primary care physician access (50:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 140:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sarpy County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 95/100 ("Excellent"), Sarpy County is one of the healthier counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.8 years. 4.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Sarpy County healthier than the Nebraska average?
Sarpy County's health score of 95/100 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. Sarpy County has better primary care access (50:1 ratio) than the state average (66:1).

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.