Valley County Health Data

Valley County, Nebraska

Health Score

74/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.1 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.3%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

123

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

249

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Valley County, Nebraska

Life expectancy above national average

Valley County residents live 78.1 years on average, exceeding the U.S. average of 78.9 years and just above Nebraska's 77.5-year state average. Only 13.9% report poor or fair health—the second-lowest rate in this cohort—reflecting a relatively healthy population overall.

Solid health outcomes for rural county

Valley County's 78.1-year life expectancy ranks above the state average, and its 13.9% poor/fair health rate is among the best in Nebraska. This county demonstrates strong health metrics for a rural region.

Best primary care access in cohort

Valley County leads these eight counties with 123 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 249 mental health providers per 100,000. This robust infrastructure supports preventive care and early intervention, contributing to the county's favorable health outcomes.

Uninsured rate higher than peers

At 9.3%, Valley County's uninsured rate exceeds the state average of 8.1%—the highest among these counties. Despite strong provider availability, nearly one in eleven residents lack health insurance, potentially limiting their access to preventive and routine care.

Close coverage gap, use local resources

If you're among the 9.3% uninsured, Valley County's excellent primary and mental health provider network is waiting to serve you once you're covered. Enroll through Healthcare.gov or explore Medicaid to take full advantage of the county's health infrastructure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Valley County, NE?
Valley County has a health score of 74/100, rated "Average." It ranks #38 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 Valley County?
Life expectancy in Valley County is 78.1 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making Valley County above the state average.
How does Valley County health compare to the Nebraska average?
Valley County's health score of 74/100 is above the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 78.1 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 9.3% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Valley County?
Key health factors for Valley County include: life expectancy (78.1 years), uninsured rate (9.3%), and primary care physician access (123:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 249:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Valley County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 74/100 ("Average"), Valley County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.1 years. 9.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Valley County healthier than the Nebraska average?
Valley County's health score of 74/100 exceeds the Nebraska average of 71/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.