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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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.