Sully County Health Data

Sully County, South Dakota

Health Score

87/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Sully County, South Dakota

Limited data, but strong health indicators visible

While Sully County's life expectancy data is unavailable, its 13.2% poor/fair health rate suggests outcomes comparable to national benchmarks. This metric alone indicates resilient community health.

Health outcomes suggest above-average standing

Sully's 13.2% poor/fair health rate falls below South Dakota's broader burden, though life expectancy data is limited. Available indicators place the county in the state's healthier tier.

Provider data incomplete, but coverage is strong

Primary care and mental health provider data for Sully are not currently available, but the county's coverage story is clear. At 6.5% uninsured, Sully boasts the lowest uninsured rate in this group.

Exceptional coverage despite provider data gaps

Just 6.5% of Sully County residents lack health insurance—less than half the state average of 11.1%. This strong coverage rate suggests residents have stable access to care, even with limited provider availability data.

Maintain Sully's coverage advantage

With 93.5% of residents already insured, Sully has built strong healthcare foundations. If you're among the uninsured minority, check Healthcare.gov today to complete the picture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sully County, SD?
Sully County has a health score of 87/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #3 out of 66 counties in South Dakota (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 Sully County?
Life expectancy data for Sully County is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Sully County health compare to the South Dakota average?
Sully County's health score of 87/100 is above the South Dakota average of 60/100. The uninsured rate is 6.5% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Sully County?
Key health factors for Sully County include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (6.5%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sully County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 87/100 ("Excellent"), Sully County is one of the healthier counties in South Dakota. 6.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Sully County healthier than the South Dakota average?
Sully County's health score of 87/100 exceeds the South Dakota average of 60/100. 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.