Sioux County Health Data

Sioux County, Nebraska

Health Score

67/100

Average

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

88

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

87

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Sioux County, Nebraska

Health data limited but needs clear

Life expectancy data is unavailable for Sioux County, making national comparisons incomplete. However, 18.8% of residents report poor or fair health—the highest rate among these eight counties—suggesting significant health challenges despite what limited data exists.

Highest poor health rate in cohort

Sioux County's 18.8% poor/fair health rate stands above Nebraska's typical profile and significantly exceeds several peer counties. This elevated rate warrants closer attention to health determinants and access barriers affecting the population.

Strong primary care density

Sioux County offers 88 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a solid rate for rural Nebraska that matches or exceeds several neighbors. With 87 mental health providers per 100,000, the county balances primary and behavioral health capacity reasonably well.

Low uninsured rate despite challenges

At 6.2%, Sioux County's uninsured rate is the lowest among these eight counties and well below the 8.1% state average. Strong insurance coverage combined with available providers suggests barriers to health may stem from social or economic factors rather than access infrastructure.

Maintain insurance coverage year-round

With nearly everyone covered, the focus shifts to using your benefits proactively. Regular preventive visits with primary care providers can address the elevated poor/fair health rate and catch early warning signs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sioux County, NE?
Sioux County has a health score of 67/100, rated "Average." It ranks #55 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 Sioux County?
Life expectancy data for Sioux County is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Sioux County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Sioux County's health score of 67/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. The uninsured rate is 6.2% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Sioux County?
Key health factors for Sioux County include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (6.2%), and primary care physician access (88:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 87:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sioux County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 67/100 ("Average"), Sioux County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. 6.2% 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 Sioux County?
Sioux County's health score of 67/100 is below the Nebraska average of 71/100. 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.