Stanton County Health Data
Stanton County, Nebraska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
90/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
80.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
80.2 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
17
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
14.3%
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 Stanton County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Stanton | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 39.8% | 39.8% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 8.9% | 9.6% | 11.2% | 0.7 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% | 30.3% | 33.5% | 2.2 pts better than state |
| Depression | 17.7% | 18.4% | 24.1% | 0.7 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Stanton | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 14.0% | 14.9% | 16.3% | 0.9 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 23.7% | 22.1% | 17.8% | 1.6 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% | 26.3% | 27.0% | 0.7 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Stanton | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.3% | 72.9% | 74.9% | 0.6 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 64.0% | 62.0% | 57.3% | 2.0 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 73.5% | 73.0% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Stanton | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 14.9% | 15.3% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 30.1% | 32.3% | 37.3% | 2.2 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Stanton County nationally on high blood pressure.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Mental Health Provider Ratio in Stanton County Among Region's Lowest
Health data brief for Stanton County, Nebraska.
Stanton County has a mental health provider ratio of 17 per 100,000 residents, which is one of the lowest in the region and significantly below the national median of 250 per 100,000. In terms of health outcomes, the county reports a life expectancy of 80.2 years, surpassing the Nebraska state average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate in Stanton County is 5.8%, notably lower than the state average of 8.1% and the national average of 10%. Additionally, 14.3% of residents report being in poor or fair health, a figure that is lower than the national average of 17%. Primary care provider data for the county was not available for the current reporting cycle. These data points offer a comparison of local healthcare access and population health against state and national benchmarks. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Stanton 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 Stanton 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.