Overall Health Rating
Healthier than 83% of counties in Nebraska
The Map AI Health Index is a score that reflects local life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment to help you quickly compare the overall health and well-being of different areas.
General Health Overview
| Metric | Cheyenne County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 80.6 | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.9% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Cheyenne County is 80.6 years, about 1.1 years longer than the Nebraska average of 79.5 years.
The uninsured population in Cheyenne County is 5.9%, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Cheyenne County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.5% | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.3% | 8.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.3% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 33.5% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 11.2% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Cheyenne County is about 15% lower than in Nebraska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Cheyenne County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 16.2% | 16.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% | 19.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 23.6% | 24.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Cheyenne County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Air Quality
| Metric | Cheyenne County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.46 | 5.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.5 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Cheyenne County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Cheyenne County, Nebraska has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Nebraska, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Cheyenne County, Nebraska.
What is the health grade for Cheyenne County, Nebraska?
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Is Cheyenne County, Nebraska one of the healthiest counties in Nebraska?
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What is the life expectancy in Cheyenne County, Nebraska?
The life expectancy in Cheyenne County, Nebraska is 80.6 years, higher than the Nebraska average of 79.5 years.
What percentage of Cheyenne County, Nebraska residents are uninsured?
5.9% of Cheyenne County, Nebraska residents are uninsured, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
What percentage of Cheyenne County, Nebraska residents are obese?
33.5% of Cheyenne County, Nebraska residents are classified as obese, lower than the Nebraska average of 36.1%.