Sherman County Health Data
Sherman County, Nebraska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
73/100
Average
Life Expectancy
79.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.5 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.7%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
34
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
17.3%
State avg 15.6%
National avg 19.6%
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 Sherman County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Sherman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 41.9% | 39.8% | 37.6% | 2.1 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 9.7% | 9.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% | 30.3% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 18.7% | 18.4% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Sherman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 16.1% | 14.9% | 16.3% | 1.2 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% | 22.1% | 17.8% | 0.9 pts better than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% | 26.3% | 27.0% | 0.6 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Sherman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.4% | 72.9% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 58.6% | 62.0% | 57.3% | 3.4 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 75.7% | 73.0% | 73.3% | 2.7 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Sherman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 16.0% | 15.3% | 18.6% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 33.4% | 32.3% | 37.3% | 1.1 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Sherman 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
Mental Health Provider Ratio Significantly Low in Sherman County
Health data brief for Sherman County, Nebraska.
Sherman County has 34 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure that is approximately 86% lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. While data for primary care providers in the county is unavailable for this period, other health metrics are recorded. The county reports an uninsured rate of 7.7%, which is lower than both the Nebraska state average of 8.1% and the national average of 10%. Residents in Sherman County have a life expectancy of 79.5 years, exceeding the state average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. Furthermore, 17.3% of the population reports being in poor or fair health, which aligns closely with the national average of 17%. These statistics provide a window into the availability of healthcare resources and general health status within the county. Explore state-level data for further context.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Sherman 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 Sherman 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.