Overall Health Rating
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 | Keya Paha County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.3% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Keya Paha County is 6.3%, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Keya Paha County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 13.1% | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 9.6% | 8.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 9.3% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.2% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 14.5% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Keya Paha County is about 24% higher than in Nebraska. The rate of diabetes in Keya Paha County is about 20% higher than in Nebraska. The rate of cancer in Keya Paha County is about 19% higher than in Nebraska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Keya Paha County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.2% | 16.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% | 19.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 25.9% | 24.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Keya Paha County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Air Quality
| Metric | Keya Paha County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.44 | 5.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.4 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Keya Paha County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Keya Paha County, Nebraska.
What percentage of Keya Paha County, Nebraska residents are uninsured?
6.3% of Keya Paha County, Nebraska residents are uninsured, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
What percentage of Keya Paha County, Nebraska residents are obese?
36.2% of Keya Paha County, Nebraska residents are classified as obese, higher than the Nebraska average of 36.1%.