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This dashboard shows all indicators available for the selected Public Health Preparedness Region. Get started by selecting your Public Health Preparedness Region from the list below. If you do not know which Public Health Preparedness Region your county is located in, click here for a map of counties and public health regions.
 

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Red is bad, green is good, blue is not statistically different/neutral.

Compared to Distribution

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an indicator guage with the arrow in the yellow the value is in the 2nd worst quarter of communities.

an indicator guage with the arrow in the red the value is in the worst quarter of communities.

Compared to Target

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Compared to a Single Value

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Trend

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Compared to Prior Value

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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent Medicare Part D Beneficiaries Having Daily Opioid Dosage >= 50 MME

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent Medicare Part D Beneficiaries Having Daily Opioid Dosage >= 50 MME

36.5%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (33.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 36.5% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (36.5%) is less and better than the previously measured value (38.3%).
Prior Value
(38.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent Medicare Part D Beneficiaries Having Daily Opioid Dosage >= 90 MME

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent Medicare Part D Beneficiaries Having Daily Opioid Dosage >= 90 MME

16.9%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (16.6%), Central Kansas has a value of 16.9% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(16.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (16.9%) is less and better than the previously measured value (18.4%).
Prior Value
(18.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent Medicare Part D Beneficiaries Receiving Both Long & Short Acting Opioids

Current Value:
8.0%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (7.6%), Central Kansas has a value of 8.0% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(7.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (8.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (8.1%).
Prior Value
(8.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent Medicare Part D Beneficiaries Receiving Opioid & Benzodiazepine Prescriptions

Current Value:
14.5%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (15.1%), Central Kansas has a value of 14.5% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(15.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (14.5%) is less and better than the previously measured value (16.4%).
Prior Value
(16.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Medicare Part D Beneficiaries Receiving Opioids Supply Greater Than 10-Days

Current Value:
35.4%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (37.8%), Central Kansas has a value of 35.4% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(37.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (35.4%) is less and better than the previously measured value (43.1%).
Prior Value
(43.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Medicare Part D Claims With Opioid Prescriptions Written For More Than 10-Day Supply

Current Value:
68.2%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (71.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 68.2% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(71.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (68.2%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (67.6%).
Prior Value
(67.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Cancer

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Cancer

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Colorectal Cancer Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Colorectal Cancer Rate

39.2
Per 100,000 population
(2014-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (39.2), Central Kansas has a value of 39.2.
KS Value
(39.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (39.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (39.2).
Prior Value
(39.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Female Breast Cancer Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Female Breast Cancer Rate

65.4
Per 100,000 female population
(2014-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (129.0), Central Kansas has a value of 65.4 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(129.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (65.4) is less and better than the previously measured value (128.5).
Prior Value
(128.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Lung & Bronchus Cancer Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Lung & Bronchus Cancer Rate

47.0
Per 100,000 population
(2014-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (54.0), Central Kansas has a value of 47.0 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(54.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (47.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (49.6).
Prior Value
(49.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Male Prostate Cancer Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Male Prostate Cancer Rate

138.2
Per 100,000 male population
(2014-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (109.8), Central Kansas has a value of 138.2 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(109.8)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (138.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (126.2).
Prior Value
(126.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Diabetes

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Diabetes

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Diabetes Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Diabetes Hospital Admission Rate

15.9
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (16.5), Central Kansas has a value of 15.9 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(16.5)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (15.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (34.0).
Prior Value
(34.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Average Monthly WIC Participation per 1,000 population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Average Monthly WIC Participation per 1,000 population

19.6
Average cases per 1,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (16.0), Central Kansas has a value of 19.6.
KS Value
(16.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (22.4), Central Kansas has a value of 19.6.
US Value
(22.4 in 2017)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (19.6) is greater  than the previously measured value (15.6).
Prior Value
(15.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Staffed Hospital Bed Ratio

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Staffed Hospital Bed Ratio

0.2
Beds per 1,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (2.7), Central Kansas has a value of 0.2.
KS Value
(2.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (0.2) is less  than the previously measured value (7.3).
Prior Value
(7.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Acute Cerebrovascular (Stroke) Disease Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Acute Cerebrovascular (Stroke) Disease Hospital Admission Rate

11.0
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (11.6), Central Kansas has a value of 11.0 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(11.6)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (11.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.5).
Prior Value
(11.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Congestive Heart Failure Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Congestive Heart Failure Hospital Admission Rate

18.3
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (24.1), Central Kansas has a value of 18.3 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(24.1)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (18.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.6).
Prior Value
(19.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Heart Disease Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Heart Disease Hospital Admission Rate

97.9
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (111.9), Central Kansas has a value of 97.9 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(111.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (97.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (102.0).
Prior Value
(102.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults with Diagnosed Hypertension

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults with Diagnosed Hypertension

39.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (34.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 39.9% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(34.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (32.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 39.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(32.3% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (39.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (34.0%).
Prior Value
(34.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (27.7%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(27.7%)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Infants Fully Immunized at 24 Months

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Infants Fully Immunized at 24 Months

74.8%
(2017-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (71.1%), Central Kansas has a value of 74.8% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(71.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (74.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (68.5%).
Prior Value
(68.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Infant Mortality Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Infant Mortality Rate

4.6
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (5.9), Central Kansas has a value of 4.6 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(5.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.9), Central Kansas has a value of 4.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(5.9 in 2012-2016)
The regional value is compared to the most current national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (4.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.5).
Prior Value
(4.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.0), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.0)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Number of Births per 1,000 Population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Number of Births per 1,000 Population

11.3
Births per 1,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (11.9), Central Kansas has a value of 11.3.
KS Value
(11.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.5), Central Kansas has a value of 11.3.
US Value
(12.5 in 2013-2015)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. Three-year time period for this comparison is 2013-2015, this is the most current US data at this time.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (11.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.4).
Prior Value
(11.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of all Births Occurring to Teens (15-19)

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of all Births Occurring to Teens (15-19)

5.7%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (5.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 5.7% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(5.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.8%), Central Kansas has a value of 5.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.8% in 2015-2017)
The regional value is compared to the most current single year national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (5.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (6.2%).
Prior Value
(6.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Births Occurring to Unmarried Women

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Births Occurring to Unmarried Women

40.9%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (36.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 40.9% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(36.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (39.8%), Central Kansas has a value of 40.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(39.8% in 2015-2017)
The regional value is compared to the most current single year national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (40.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (41.2%).
Prior Value
(41.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of births Where Mother Smoked During Pregnancy

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of births Where Mother Smoked During Pregnancy

12.0%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (7.9%), Central Kansas has a value of 12.0% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(7.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.9%), Central Kansas has a value of 12.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.9% in 2015-2017)
The regional value is compared to the most current single year national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (12.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.2%).
Prior Value
(13.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Births Where Prenatal Care began in First Trimester

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Births Where Prenatal Care began in First Trimester

84.4%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (81.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 84.4% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(81.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (77.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 84.4% which is higher and better.
US Value
(77.3% in 2015-2017)
The regional value is compared to the most current single year national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (84.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (83.6%).
Prior Value
(83.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (80.5%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(80.5%)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Births with Inadequate Birth Spacing

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Births with Inadequate Birth Spacing

10.7%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (10.2%), Central Kansas has a value of 10.7% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(10.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.8%), Central Kansas has a value of 10.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.8% in 2015-2017)
The regional value is compared to the most current single year national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (10.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.2%).
Prior Value
(10.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Births with Low Birth Weight

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Births with Low Birth Weight

6.3%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (7.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 6.3% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 6.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.3% in 2015-2017)
The regional value is compared to the most current single year national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (6.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (5.8%).
Prior Value
(5.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of WIC Mothers Breastfeeding Exclusively

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of WIC Mothers Breastfeeding Exclusively

20.9%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (18.2%), Central Kansas has a value of 20.9% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(18.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (20.9%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (18.4%).
Prior Value
(18.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percentage of Premature Births

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percentage of Premature Births

10.3%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (10.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 10.3% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (9.9%), Central Kansas has a value of 10.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(9.9% in 2015-2017)
The regional value is compared to the most current single year national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (10.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.8%).
Prior Value
(9.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (9.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(9.4%)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Medications & Prescriptions

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Medications & Prescriptions

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Poisoning (Drugs) Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Poisoning (Drugs) Hospital Admission Rate

2.6
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (3.5), Central Kansas has a value of 2.6 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(3.5)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (2.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (2.8).
Prior Value
(2.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Mental Behavior Hospital Admissions Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Mental Behavior Hospital Admissions Rate

67.2
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (70.6), Central Kansas has a value of 67.2 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(70.6)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (67.2) is less and better than the previously measured value (75.7).
Prior Value
(75.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Alzheimer's Disease Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Alzheimer's Disease Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

35.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (23.3), Central Kansas has a value of 35.2 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(23.3)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (31.0), Central Kansas has a value of 35.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(31.0 in 2015-2017)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2017) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (35.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (33.7).
Prior Value
(33.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Cancer Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Cancer Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

152.9
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (151.4), Central Kansas has a value of 152.9 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(151.4)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (152.5), Central Kansas has a value of 152.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(152.5 in 2015-2017)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2017) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (152.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (158.4).
Prior Value
(158.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (122.7), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(122.7)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Cerebrovascular Disease Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Cerebrovascular Disease Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

34.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (35.2), Central Kansas has a value of 34.5 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(35.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (37.6), Central Kansas has a value of 34.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(37.6 in 2014-2016)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2015) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (34.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (37.5).
Prior Value
(37.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (33.4), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(33.4)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Chronic Lower Respiratory Disease Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:
55.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (47.1), Central Kansas has a value of 55.6 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(47.1)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (41.6), Central Kansas has a value of 55.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(41.6 in 2014-2016)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2015) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (55.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (56.9).
Prior Value
(56.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Diabetes Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Diabetes Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

29.8
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (25.0), Central Kansas has a value of 29.8 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(25.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.5), Central Kansas has a value of 29.8 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(21.5 in 2015-2017)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2017) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (29.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (26.0).
Prior Value
(26.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Heart Disease Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Heart Disease Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

151.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (162.0), Central Kansas has a value of 151.2 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(162.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (165.0), Central Kansas has a value of 151.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(165.0 in 2015-2017)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2017) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (151.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (155.7).
Prior Value
(155.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Homicide Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Homicide Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

5.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (5.9), Central Kansas has a value of 5.4 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(5.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.7), Central Kansas has a value of 5.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(5.7 in 2014-2016)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2015) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (5.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (5.1).
Prior Value
(5.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.5), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.5)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

823.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (795.9), Central Kansas has a value of 823.7 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(795.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (733.1), Central Kansas has a value of 823.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(733.1 in 2014-2016)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2015) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (823.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (801.1).
Prior Value
(801.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Nephritis, Nephrotic Syndrome, Nephrosis Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:
17.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (14.8), Central Kansas has a value of 17.2 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(14.8)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.4), Central Kansas has a value of 17.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.4 in 2014-2016)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2015) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (17.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.6).
Prior Value
(17.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Suicide Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Suicide Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

20.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (18.5), Central Kansas has a value of 20.2 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(18.5)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.3), Central Kansas has a value of 20.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.3 in 2014-2016)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2015) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (20.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (23.8).
Prior Value
(23.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (12.8), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(12.8)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Traffic Injury Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Traffic Injury Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

18.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (13.6), Central Kansas has a value of 18.5 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(13.6)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.4), Central Kansas has a value of 18.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(11.4 in 2014-2016)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2015) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (18.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.5).
Prior Value
(17.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (10.1), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(10.1)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Unintentional Injuries Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-adjusted Unintentional Injuries Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

54.8
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (48.7), Central Kansas has a value of 54.8 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(48.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (43.2), Central Kansas has a value of 54.8 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(43.2 in 2014-2016)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value. U.S. comparison value is taken from the most recent single year (2015) NCHS preliminary data report.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (54.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (52.0).
Prior Value
(52.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (43.2), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(43.2)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Alzheimers

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Alzheimers

22.8
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (11.0), Central Kansas has a value of 22.8 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(11.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (22.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.9).
Prior Value
(21.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Cancer

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Cancer

1,183.8
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (1,176.7), Central Kansas has a value of 1,183.8 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(1,176.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (1,183.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1,178.0).
Prior Value
(1,178.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Cerebrovascular Disease

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Cerebrovascular Disease

134.9
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (149.9), Central Kansas has a value of 134.9 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(149.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (134.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (152.2).
Prior Value
(152.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Chronic Lower Respiratory Disease

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Chronic Lower Respiratory Disease

207.9
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (199.2), Central Kansas has a value of 207.9 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(199.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (207.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (215.3).
Prior Value
(215.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Diabetes

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Diabetes

250.0
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (201.3), Central Kansas has a value of 250.0 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(201.3)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (250.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (213.6).
Prior Value
(213.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Heart Disease

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Heart Disease

898.0
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (899.4), Central Kansas has a value of 898.0 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(899.4)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (898.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (969.2).
Prior Value
(969.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Homicide

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Homicide

221.1
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (264.9), Central Kansas has a value of 221.1 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(264.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (221.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (230.3).
Prior Value
(230.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Nephritis, Nephrotic Syndrome Nephrosis

Current Value:
115.9
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (79.2), Central Kansas has a value of 115.9 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(79.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (115.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (127.2).
Prior Value
(127.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Suicide

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Suicide

716.7
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (673.8), Central Kansas has a value of 716.7 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(673.8)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (716.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (886.4).
Prior Value
(886.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Traffic Injury

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Traffic Injury

599.3
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (460.5), Central Kansas has a value of 599.3 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(460.5)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (599.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (578.9).
Prior Value
(578.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Unintentional Injuries

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Unintentional Injuries

1,261.3
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (1,198.7), Central Kansas has a value of 1,261.3 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(1,198.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (1,261.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1,201.0).
Prior Value
(1,201.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults Who Reported Consuming Fruit Less than 1 Time Per Day

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults Who Reported Consuming Fruit Less than 1 Time Per Day

42.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (43.7%), Central Kansas has a value of 42.5% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(43.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.8%), Central Kansas has a value of 42.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(36.8% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (42.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (38.1%).
Prior Value
(38.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults Who Reported Consuming Vegetables Less than 1 Time Per Day

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults Who Reported Consuming Vegetables Less than 1 Time Per Day

18.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (19.7%), Central Kansas has a value of 18.9% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(19.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.1%), Central Kansas has a value of 18.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(18.1% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (18.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.4%).
Prior Value
(15.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percentage of Screened 3-12 Grade Students w No Dental Sealants

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percentage of Screened 3-12 Grade Students w No Dental Sealants

66.5%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (61.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 66.5% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(61.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (66.5%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (61.3%).
Prior Value
(61.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percentage of Screened K-12 Grade Students w Obvious Dental Decay

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percentage of Screened K-12 Grade Students w Obvious Dental Decay

12.0%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (13.8%), Central Kansas has a value of 12.0% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(13.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (12.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (13.6%).
Prior Value
(13.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults Who Were Ever Diagnosed with a Depressive Disorder

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults Who Were Ever Diagnosed with a Depressive Disorder

20.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (20.6%), Central Kansas has a value of 20.7% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(20.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (20.1%), Central Kansas has a value of 20.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(20.1% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (20.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.8%).
Prior Value
(19.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults Doing Enough Physical Activity To Meet Both The Aerobic AND Strengthening Exercise Recommendations

18.3%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (19.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 18.3% which is lower and worse.
KS Value
(19.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (20.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 18.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(20.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (18.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.4%).
Prior Value
(17.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Injury Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Injury Hospital Admission Rate

74.9
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (72.0), Central Kansas has a value of 74.9 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(72.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (74.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (76.3).
Prior Value
(76.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Asthma Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Asthma Hospital Admission Rate

2.0
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (3.0), Central Kansas has a value of 2.0 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(3.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (2.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (2.2).
Prior Value
(2.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Hospital Admission Rate

13.0
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (9.8), Central Kansas has a value of 13.0 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(9.8)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (13.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (15.1).
Prior Value
(15.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Pneumonia (Bacterial) Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Pneumonia (Bacterial) Hospital Admission Rate

24.6
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (20.2), Central Kansas has a value of 24.6 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(20.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (24.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (26.2).
Prior Value
(26.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Sexually Transmitted Disease Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Sexually Transmitted Disease Rate

4.7
Cases per 1,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (6.1), Central Kansas has a value of 4.7 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(6.1)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (4.7) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (4.1).
Prior Value
(4.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Weight Status

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Weight Status

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults who are Overweight

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults who are Overweight

37.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (34.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 37.6% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(34.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (35.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 37.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(35.3% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (37.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (34.1%).
Prior Value
(34.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults Who Reported That They Always Wear a Seatbelt When They Drive or Ride in a Car

Current Value:
77.8%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (83.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 77.8% which is lower and worse.
KS Value
(83.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 77.8% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(94.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (77.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (78.1%).
Prior Value
(78.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults with Fair or Poor Self-Perceived Health Status

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Percent of Adults with Fair or Poor Self-Perceived Health Status

15.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (14.7%), Central Kansas has a value of 15.6% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(14.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (17.7%), Central Kansas has a value of 15.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(17.7% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (15.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.4%).
Prior Value
(17.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Community / Civic Engagement

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Community / Civic Engagement

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Voter Turnout: Presidential Election

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Voter Turnout: Presidential Election

69.2%
(2008)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 69.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 69.5% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 66.7%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to the KS Value (72.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 69.2% which is lower and worse.
KS Value
(72.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (58.4%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(58.4%)
<div>SDOH-07: Increase the proportion of the voting-age citizens who vote</div>

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Rate of Violent Crime per 1,000 Population

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Rate of Violent Crime per 1,000 Population

2.1
Crimes per 1,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (4.4), Central Kansas has a value of 2.1 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(4.4)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.6), Central Kansas has a value of 2.1 which is lower and better.
US Value
(3.6 in 2014)
The Kansas State value is compared to the US value. Under reporting of crime by some public safety jurisdictions may result in lower rates.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (2.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (3.1).
Prior Value
(3.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Community / Demographics

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Community / Demographics

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Ratio of Children to Adults

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Ratio of Children to Adults

30.3
Children per 100 Adults
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (31.2), Central Kansas has a value of 30.3.
KS Value
(31.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (28.5), Central Kansas has a value of 30.3.
US Value
(28.5 in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (30.3) is less  than the previously measured value (30.4).
Prior Value
(30.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Ratio of Elderly Persons and Children to Adults

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Ratio of Elderly Persons and Children to Adults

62.9
Elderly persons & children per 100 adults
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (57.7), Central Kansas has a value of 62.9.
KS Value
(57.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.7), Central Kansas has a value of 62.9.
US Value
(50.7 in 2014)
The Kansas State Value is compared to the US Value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (62.9) is greater  than the previously measured value (62.0).
Prior Value
(62.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Ratio of Elderly Persons to Adults

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Ratio of Elderly Persons to Adults

32.5
Elderly persons per 100 adults
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (26.4), Central Kansas has a value of 32.5.
KS Value
(26.4)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (23.8), Central Kansas has a value of 32.5.
US Value
(23.8 in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (32.5) is greater  than the previously measured value (31.5).
Prior Value
(31.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Community / Social Environment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Community / Social Environment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People 65+ Living Alone

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People 65+ Living Alone

31.5%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 31.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 30.2% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.7%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 31.5% which is in the worst 25% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.0% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (30.1%), Central Kansas has a value of 31.5% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(30.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (26.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 31.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(26.4% in 2018-2022)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Community / Transportation

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Community / Transportation

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Households without a Vehicle

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Households without a Vehicle

5.2%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 5.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.7% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.8%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 5.2% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.7% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (5.2%), Central Kansas has a value of 5.2%.
KS Value
(5.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (8.9%), Central Kansas has a value of 5.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Mean Travel Time to Work

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Mean Travel Time to Work

15.3
Minutes
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 15.3 which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.4 while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.3.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 15.3 which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.4 while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 26.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (18.8), Central Kansas has a value of 15.3 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(18.8)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (25.2), Central Kansas has a value of 15.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(25.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Workers Commuting by Public Transportation

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Workers Commuting by Public Transportation

0.4%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 0.4% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 0.3% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (0.5%), Central Kansas has a value of 0.4% which is lower and worse.
KS Value
(0.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (4.9%), Central Kansas has a value of 0.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(4.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.3%)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Workers who Drive Alone to Work

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Workers who Drive Alone to Work

80.2%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 80.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 77.9% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 80.7%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 80.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 79.2% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 82.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (81.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 80.2% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(81.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (76.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 80.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(76.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Workers who Walk to Work

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Workers who Walk to Work

2.9%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 2.9% which is in the worst 25% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 3.9% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 2.9%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 2.9% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 2.6% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 1.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (2.6%), Central Kansas has a value of 2.9% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(2.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (2.8%), Central Kansas has a value of 2.9% which is higher and better.
US Value
(2.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Economy / Employment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Economy / Employment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Unemployed Workers in Civilian Labor Force

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Unemployed Workers in Civilian Labor Force

5.0%
(November 2011)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 5.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.5% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.4%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 5.0% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.6% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on non-seasonally-adjusted data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (6.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 5.0% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (5.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (4.9%).
Prior Value
(4.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Economy / Government Assistance

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Economy / Government Assistance

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Households with Cash Public Assistance Income

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Households with Cash Public Assistance Income

2.1%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 2.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.8% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.5%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 2.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.0% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (2.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 2.1% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(2.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (2.5%), Central Kansas has a value of 2.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(2.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Kansas Medical Assistance Programs - Adults per 1000 Population, 20-64 Age-Group

Current Value:
110.6
Per 1,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (99.4), Central Kansas has a value of 110.6.
KS Value
(99.4)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (110.6) is greater  than the previously measured value (58.1).
Prior Value
(58.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Kansas Medical Assistance Programs - Children per 1000 Population, 0-19 Age-Group

Current Value:
523.6
Per 1,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (465.1), Central Kansas has a value of 523.6.
KS Value
(465.1)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (523.6) is greater  than the previously measured value (241.6).
Prior Value
(241.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Economy / Housing & Homes

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Economy / Housing & Homes

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Homeowner Vacancy Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Homeowner Vacancy Rate

1.5%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 1.5% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.9% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.1%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 1.5% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.0% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (2.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 1.5% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(2.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 1.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Homeownership

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Homeownership

65.1%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 65.1% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 63.0% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 60.5%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 65.1% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 61.5% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 55.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (62.6%), Central Kansas has a value of 65.1% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(62.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (58.5%), Central Kansas has a value of 65.1% which is higher and better.
US Value
(58.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Renters Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Rent

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Renters Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Rent

37.3%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 37.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.5% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 41.5%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 37.3% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 46.0% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 51.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (44.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 37.3% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(44.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (50.9%), Central Kansas has a value of 37.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(50.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.5%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.5%)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Economy / Income

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Economy / Income

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Median Household Income

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Median Household Income

$45,978
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of $45,978 which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than $42,311 while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than $38,962.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of $45,978 which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than $42,445 while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than $36,948.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value ($49,424), Central Kansas has a value of $45,978 which is lower and worse.
KS Value
($49,424)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value ($51,914), Central Kansas has a value of $45,978 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($51,914)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Per Capita Income

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Per Capita Income

$23,639
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of $23,639 which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than $22,606 while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than $20,874.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of $23,639 which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than $21,512 while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than $18,786.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value ($25,907), Central Kansas has a value of $23,639 which is lower and worse.
KS Value
($25,907)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value ($27,334), Central Kansas has a value of $23,639 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($27,334)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Economy / Poverty

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Economy / Poverty

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Children Living Below Poverty Level

16.0%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 16.0% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.3% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.0%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 16.0% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.4% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 26.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (16.2%), Central Kansas has a value of 16.0% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(16.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (19.2%), Central Kansas has a value of 16.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(19.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Families Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Families Living Below Poverty Level

7.7%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 7.7% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.5% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.2%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 7.7% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.4% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (8.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 7.7% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(8.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (10.1%), Central Kansas has a value of 7.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level

6.9%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 6.9% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.6% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.5%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 6.9% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.0% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (8.1%), Central Kansas has a value of 6.9% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(8.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (9.5%), Central Kansas has a value of 6.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(9.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People Living 200% Above Poverty Level

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People Living 200% Above Poverty Level

67.3%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 67.3% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 65.0% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.2%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 67.3% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 63.4% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 56.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (68.8%), Central Kansas has a value of 67.3% which is lower and worse.
KS Value
(68.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (68.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 67.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(68.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People Living Below Poverty Level

11.5%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 11.5% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 11.5% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.7% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (12.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 11.5% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(12.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (13.8%), Central Kansas has a value of 11.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (8.0%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.0%)

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Poverty Status by School Enrollment

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Poverty Status by School Enrollment

7.4%
(2005-2009)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 7.4% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.9%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 7.4% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.5% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.8%.
U.S. Counties
(2018-2022)
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (10.2%), Central Kansas has a value of 7.4% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(10.2% in 2018-2022)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 7.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.4% in 2018-2022)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Uninsured Adult Population Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Uninsured Adult Population Rate

13.8%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (13.4%), Central Kansas has a value of 13.8% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(13.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 13.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.0% in 2016)
The state value is compared to the U.S. value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (13.8%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (13.3%).
Prior Value
(13.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Young Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Young Children Living Below Poverty Level

24.1%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 24.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.6% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.7%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 24.1% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.5% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (20.5%), Central Kansas has a value of 24.1% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(20.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (22.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 24.1% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(22.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Education / Educational Attainment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Education / Educational Attainment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

22.6%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 22.6% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 18.9% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 16.8%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 22.6% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 16.9% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 13.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (29.3%), Central Kansas has a value of 22.6% which is lower and worse.
KS Value
(29.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (27.9%), Central Kansas has a value of 22.6% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(27.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People 25+ with a High School Diploma or Higher

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas People 25+ with a High School Diploma or Higher

87.6%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 87.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.0% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.9%.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 87.6% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 84.6% while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 78.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (89.2%), Central Kansas has a value of 87.6% which is lower and worse.
KS Value
(89.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (85.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 87.6% which is higher and better.
US Value
(85.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Education / School Environment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Education / School Environment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Student-to-Teacher Ratio

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Student-to-Teacher Ratio

13.0
Students per teacher
(2009-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 13.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.1 while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.1.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 105 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 13.0 which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.3 while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.0.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (13.7), Central Kansas has a value of 13.0 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(13.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (13.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (12.3).
Prior Value
(12.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Environmental Health / Built Environment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Environmental Health / Built Environment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Liquor Store Density

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Liquor Store Density

23.7
Stores per 100,000 population
(2009)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 23.7 which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.1 while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 40.7.
KS Counties
The distribution is based on data from 92 Kansas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Central Kansas has a value of 23.7 which is in the worst 25% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.4 while public health preparedness regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,383 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the KS Value (22.0), Central Kansas has a value of 23.7 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(22.0)
The regional values are compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.1), Central Kansas has a value of 23.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (23.7) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (21.3).
Prior Value
(21.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Public Water Supply - Percent of Population Served Unaffected by SDWA Coliform Violations

Current Value:
100.0%
Percentage
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (100.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 100.0%.
KS Value
(100.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (100.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (100.0%).
Prior Value
(100.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Central Kansas Public Water Supply - Percent of Population Served Unaffected by SDWA Nitrate Violations

Current Value:
100.0%
Percentage
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (100.0%), Central Kansas has a value of 100.0%.
KS Value
(100.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Central Kansas (100.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (100.0%).
Prior Value
(100.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Central Kansas value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
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