Kane County Health Data

Health Score

68/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.3 yr

State avg 77.9 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.4%

State avg 10.2%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

50

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

226

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.3%

State avg 16.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

37.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 50.1 per 100K

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

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 Kane County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureKaneState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity33.4%31.9%37.6%1.5 pts worse than state
Diabetes8.9%9.4%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure28.7%28.9%33.5%near state average
Depression26.8%26.8%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureKaneState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking9.7%10.2%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking12.7%12.2%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity17.9%19.3%27.0%1.4 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureKaneState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.9%70.9%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)67.6%66.5%57.3%1.1 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.5%69.6%73.3%2.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureKaneState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.5%17.8%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration35.1%34.9%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Kane County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Kane County Residents See Life Expectancy Above State and National Averages

Health data brief for Kane County, Utah.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Kane County is 78.3 years, which is higher than the Utah state average of 77.9 years and the national average of 77 years. This metric distinguishes the county as other health indicators vary. For instance, the primary care provider ratio is 50 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. Mental health provider availability is 226 per 100,000, falling just under the national median of 250. The uninsured rate in Kane County is 10.4%, compared to the state average of 10.2% and the national average of 10%. About 15.3% of residents report poor or fair health, a rate lower than the national average of 17%. Statistics for these findings come from the CDC County Health Rankings and NPPES data. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Kane County, Utah

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.

Kane County Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(435) 644-5811
355 North Main Street, Kanab, UT 84741
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Kane County, UT?
Kane County has a health score of 68/100, rated "Average." It ranks #15 out of 29 counties in Utah (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 Kane County?
Life expectancy in Kane County is 78.3 years. The Utah state average is 77.9 years, making Kane County above the state average.
How does Kane County health compare to the Utah average?
Kane County's health score of 68/100 is above the Utah average of 62/100. Life expectancy is 78.3 years vs. the state average of 77.9 years. The uninsured rate is 10.4% vs. 10.2% statewide.
What health factors affect Kane County?
Key health factors for Kane County include: life expectancy (78.3 years), uninsured rate (10.4%), and primary care physician access (50:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 226:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Kane County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 68/100 ("Average"), Kane County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Utah. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.3 years. 10.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Kane County healthier than the Utah average?
Kane County's health score of 68/100 exceeds the Utah average of 62/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Kane County has better primary care access (50:1 ratio) than the state average (55:1).

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.