Thomas County Health Data
Thomas County, Nebraska
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
74/100
Average
Life Expectancy
Pending
Uninsured Rate
8.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
N/A
Uninsured Rate
8.6%
State avg 8.1%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Poor / Fair Health
13.7%
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 Thomas County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Thomas | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 37.2% | 39.8% | 37.6% | 2.6 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 8.3% | 9.6% | 11.2% | 1.3 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% | 30.3% | 33.5% | 2.0 pts better than state |
| Depression | 18.2% | 18.4% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Thomas | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 12.9% | 14.9% | 16.3% | 2.0 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 22.6% | 22.1% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.5% | 26.3% | 27.0% | 2.8 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Thomas | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 73.1% | 72.9% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 66.5% | 62.0% | 57.3% | 4.5 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 74.1% | 73.0% | 73.3% | 1.1 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Thomas | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 14.6% | 15.3% | 18.6% | 0.7 pts better 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 Thomas 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
Poor or Fair Health Rate Lower Than National Average
Health data brief for Thomas County, Nebraska.
Residents in Thomas County report a poor or fair health rate of 13.7%, which is lower than the national average of 17%. This health status indicator is accompanied by an uninsured rate of 8.6%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 8.1% but remains lower than the national average of 10%. Data for other key metrics, such as life expectancy, primary care provider ratios, and mental health provider ratios, are currently unavailable for this county. These statistics represent the available data on local health outcomes and insurance coverage as reported by federal agencies. Factual updates on health metrics are provided regularly to assist in tracking regional health trends across the country relative to established state and national benchmarks. For further information on these metrics, see the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Get Care in Thomas 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 Thomas 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.