Thayer County Health Data
Thayer County, Nebraska
County Health Rankings & Roadmaps 2025Health Score
71/100
Average
Life Expectancy
77.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.1 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.3%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
81
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
62
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
16.3%
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 Thayer County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Thayer | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 40.2% | 39.8% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 9.7% | 9.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% | 30.3% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 19.1% | 18.4% | 24.1% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Thayer | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.8% | 14.9% | 16.3% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% | 22.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% | 26.3% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Thayer | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.8% | 72.9% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 60.9% | 62.0% | 57.3% | 1.1 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 70.8% | 73.0% | 73.3% | 2.2 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Thayer | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.9% | 15.3% | 18.6% | 0.6 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 30.9% | 32.3% | 37.3% | 1.4 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Thayer County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).
Source: CDC PLACES 2022–2023 measure years · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Source vintage: CDC PLACES 2022–2023 measure years.
Data Story
Thayer County Uninsured Rate Falls Below State Average
Health data brief for Thayer County, Nebraska.
By HealthByCounty Editorial Team
Page revised
In Thayer County, the uninsured rate is 7.3%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 8.1% and the national average of 10%. This coverage metric is reported alongside healthcare provider data, including a primary care provider ratio of 81 per 100,000 residents, which exceeds the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 62 per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 250. Life expectancy for residents in Thayer County is 77.1 years, slightly below the state average of 77.5 years but consistent with the national average of 77 years. Additionally, 16.3% of the county's population reports being in poor or fair health, which is slightly below the national average of 17%. These statistics provide factual insights into the health status and resource landscape of the county. See the 2025 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps release methodology.
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Data Sources
Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps 2025, published by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation .
Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.