York County Health Data

York County, Nebraska

Health Score

86/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

77

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

181

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in York County, Nebraska

York County matches U.S. life expectancy

York County residents have a life expectancy of 77.9 years, nearly identical to the U.S. average of 78.1 years. With 11.9% reporting poor or fair health—well below the national rate of 17%—York County performs better than average on chronic disease burden.

Slightly above Nebraska average

York County's 77.9-year life expectancy marginally exceeds Nebraska's state average of 77.5 years. The county's 11.9% poor/fair health rate is notably better than state norms, indicating a relatively healthy population.

Competitive with nearby counties

York County's 77.9-year life expectancy sits between Webster County (75.3 years) and Wayne County (82.5 years). The county's 11.9% poor/fair health rate is competitive with Washington County (11.4%), showing solid regional performance.

Abundant providers and solid coverage

York County shines with 77 primary care providers and an impressive 181 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—among Nebraska's highest densities. At 6.3% uninsured, the county beats Nebraska's 8.1% state average, ensuring most residents can access the abundant care available.

Make the most of resources here

York County's strong provider network means residents who are uninsured lose access to exceptional care—something 1 in 16 residents face today. Visit healthcare.gov or your local health department to secure coverage and take full advantage of York's healthcare resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of York County, NE?
York County has a health score of 86/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #14 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 York County?
Life expectancy in York County is 77.9 years. The Nebraska state average is 77.5 years, making York County above the state average.
How does York County health compare to the Nebraska average?
York County's health score of 86/100 is above the Nebraska average of 71/100. Life expectancy is 77.9 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 6.3% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect York County?
Key health factors for York County include: life expectancy (77.9 years), uninsured rate (6.3%), and primary care physician access (77:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 181:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is York County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 86/100 ("Excellent"), York County is one of the healthier counties in Nebraska. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.9 years. 6.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is York County healthier than the Nebraska average?
York County's health score of 86/100 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.