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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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

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

Current Value:

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

30.1%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (33.3%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 30.1% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (30.1%) is less and better than the previously measured value (33.3%).
Prior Value
(33.3%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent Medicare Part D Beneficiaries Having Daily Opioid Dosage >= 90 MME

Current Value:

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

15.0%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (16.6%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 15.0% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(16.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (15.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (16.5%).
Prior Value
(16.5%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent Medicare Part D Beneficiaries Receiving Both Long & Short Acting Opioids

Current Value:

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

7.2%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (7.6%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 7.2% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(7.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (7.2%) is less and better than the previously measured value (8.0%).
Prior Value
(8.0%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent Medicare Part D Beneficiaries Receiving Opioid & Benzodiazepine Prescriptions

Current Value:
15.1%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (15.1%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 15.1%.
KS Value
(15.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (15.1%) is less and better than the previously measured value (17.6%).
Prior Value
(17.6%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent of Medicare Part D Beneficiaries Receiving Opioids Supply Greater Than 10-Days

Current Value:
33.6%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (37.8%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 33.6% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(37.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (33.6%) is less and better than the previously measured value (43.3%).
Prior Value
(43.3%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent of Medicare Part D Claims With Opioid Prescriptions Written For More Than 10-Day Supply

Current Value:
69.2%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (71.0%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 69.2% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(71.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (69.2%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (68.8%).
Prior Value
(68.8%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Cancer

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Cancer

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Colorectal Cancer Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Colorectal Cancer Rate

35.2
Per 100,000 population
(2014-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (39.2), Kansas City Metro has a value of 35.2 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(39.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (35.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (35.1).
Prior Value
(35.1)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Female Breast Cancer Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Female Breast Cancer Rate

73.4
Per 100,000 female population
(2014-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (129.0), Kansas City Metro has a value of 73.4 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(129.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (73.4) is less and better than the previously measured value (135.1).
Prior Value
(135.1)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Lung & Bronchus Cancer Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Lung & Bronchus Cancer Rate

50.8
Per 100,000 population
(2014-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (54.0), Kansas City Metro has a value of 50.8 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(54.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (50.8) is less and better than the previously measured value (51.5).
Prior Value
(51.5)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Male Prostate Cancer Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Male Prostate Cancer Rate

102.1
Per 100,000 male population
(2014-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (109.8), Kansas City Metro has a value of 102.1 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(109.8)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (102.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (95.7).
Prior Value
(95.7)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Diabetes

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Diabetes

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Diabetes Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Diabetes Hospital Admission Rate

14.4
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (16.5), Kansas City Metro has a value of 14.4 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(16.5)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (14.4) is less and better than the previously measured value (32.3).
Prior Value
(32.3)
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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

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

Current Value:

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

11.8
Average cases per 1,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (16.0), Kansas City Metro has a value of 11.8.
KS Value
(16.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (22.4), Kansas City Metro has a value of 11.8.
US Value
(22.4 in 2017)
The Kansas State value is compared to the U.S. value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (11.8) is greater  than the previously measured value (11.7).
Prior Value
(11.7)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Staffed Hospital Bed Ratio

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Staffed Hospital Bed Ratio

2.8
Beds per 1,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (2.9), Kansas City Metro has a value of 2.8.
KS Value
(2.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (2.8) 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 not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Acute Cerebrovascular (Stroke) Disease Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

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

11.8
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (11.6), Kansas City Metro has a value of 11.8 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(11.6)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (11.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.4).
Prior Value
(12.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

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

Current Value:

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

26.2
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (24.1), Kansas City Metro has a value of 26.2 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(24.1)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (26.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (27.0).
Prior Value
(27.0)
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: Kansas City Metro Heart Disease Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Heart Disease Hospital Admission Rate

122.4
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (111.9), Kansas City Metro has a value of 122.4 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(111.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (122.4) is less and better than the previously measured value (128.2).
Prior Value
(128.2)
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: Kansas City Metro Percent of Adults with Diagnosed Hypertension

Current Value:

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

29.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (34.3%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 29.1% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(34.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (32.3%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 29.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(32.3% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (29.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (27.5%).
Prior Value
(27.5%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

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

Current Value:

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

66.1%
(2017-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (71.1%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 66.1% which is lower and worse.
KS Value
(71.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (66.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (66.9%).
Prior Value
(66.9%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Infant Mortality Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Infant Mortality Rate

5.0
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (5.9), Kansas City Metro has a value of 5.0 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), Kansas City Metro has a value of 5.0 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, Kansas City Metro (5.0) 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 Kansas City Metro 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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.0), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.0)

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

Current Value:

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

11.6
Births per 1,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (11.9), Kansas City Metro has a value of 11.6.
KS Value
(11.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.5), Kansas City Metro has a value of 11.6.
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, Kansas City Metro (11.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.8).
Prior Value
(11.8)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent of all Births Occurring to Teens (15-19)

Current Value:

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

3.4%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (5.0%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 3.4% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(5.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.8%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 3.4% 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, Kansas City Metro (3.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (3.7%).
Prior Value
(3.7%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent of Births Occurring to Unmarried Women

Current Value:

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

30.0%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (36.4%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 30.0% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(36.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (39.8%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 30.0% which is lower and better.
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, Kansas City Metro (30.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (30.4%).
Prior Value
(30.4%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent of births Where Mother Smoked During Pregnancy

Current Value:

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

3.8%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (7.9%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 3.8% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(7.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.9%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 3.8% which is lower and better.
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, Kansas City Metro (3.8%) is less and better than 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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent of Births Where Prenatal Care began in First Trimester

Current Value:

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

83.1%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (81.3%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 83.1% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 83.1% 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, Kansas City Metro (83.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (83.2%).
Prior Value
(83.2%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (80.5%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(80.5%)

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

Current Value:

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

8.3%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (10.2%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 8.3% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(10.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.8%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 8.3% 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, Kansas City Metro (8.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.2%).
Prior Value
(8.2%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent of Births with Low Birth Weight

Current Value:

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

7.4%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (7.4%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 7.4%.
KS Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.3%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 7.4% 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, Kansas City Metro (7.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.4%).
Prior Value
(7.4%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent of WIC Mothers Breastfeeding Exclusively

Current Value:

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

17.7%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (18.2%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 17.7% which is lower and worse.
KS Value
(18.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (17.7%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (15.5%).
Prior Value
(15.5%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percentage of Premature Births

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Percentage of Premature Births

9.7%
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (10.0%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 9.7% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (9.9%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 9.7% which is lower and better.
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, Kansas City Metro (9.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.5%).
Prior Value
(9.5%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Medications & Prescriptions

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Medications & Prescriptions

Value
Compared to:

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

Current Value:

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

3.4
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (3.5), Kansas City Metro has a value of 3.4 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(3.5)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (3.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (3.6).
Prior Value
(3.6)
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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Mental Behavior Hospital Admissions Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Mental Behavior Hospital Admissions Rate

71.8
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (70.6), Kansas City Metro has a value of 71.8 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(70.6)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (71.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (72.1).
Prior Value
(72.1)
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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

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

Current Value:

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

24.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (23.1), Kansas City Metro has a value of 24.3 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(23.1)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (31.0), Kansas City Metro has a value of 24.3 which is lower and better.
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, Kansas City Metro (24.3) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (22.7).
Prior Value
(22.7)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-adjusted Cancer Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

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

138.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (149.7), Kansas City Metro has a value of 138.5 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(149.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (158.5), Kansas City Metro has a value of 138.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(158.5 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, Kansas City Metro (138.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (138.1).
Prior Value
(138.1)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-adjusted Cerebrovascular Disease Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

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

32.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (35.2), Kansas City Metro has a value of 32.2 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), Kansas City Metro has a value of 32.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(37.6 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, Kansas City Metro (32.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (33.6).
Prior Value
(33.6)
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 Kansas City Metro 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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (33.4), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(33.4)

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

Current Value:
33.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (44.2), Kansas City Metro has a value of 33.3 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(44.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (40.9), Kansas City Metro has a value of 33.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(40.9 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, Kansas City Metro (33.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (35.5).
Prior Value
(35.5)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-adjusted Diabetes Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

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

17.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (26.0), Kansas City Metro has a value of 17.0 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(26.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.3), Kansas City Metro has a value of 17.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(21.3 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, Kansas City Metro (17.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (15.9).
Prior Value
(15.9)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-adjusted Heart Disease Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

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

145.9
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (167.8), Kansas City Metro has a value of 145.9 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(167.8)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (165.0), Kansas City Metro has a value of 145.9 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, Kansas City Metro (145.9) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (141.3).
Prior Value
(141.3)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-adjusted Homicide Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

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

6.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (5.9), Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.5 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(5.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.7), Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.5 which is higher and worse.
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, Kansas City Metro (6.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (5.9).
Prior Value
(5.9)
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 Kansas City Metro 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 (5.5), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.5)

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

Current Value:

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

738.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (843.3), Kansas City Metro has a value of 738.5 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(843.3)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (731.9), Kansas City Metro has a value of 738.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(731.9 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, Kansas City Metro (738.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (699.3).
Prior Value
(699.3)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-adjusted Nephritis, Nephrotic Syndrome, Nephrosis Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:
13.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (14.7), Kansas City Metro has a value of 13.3 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(14.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.4), Kansas City Metro has a value of 13.3 which is lower and better.
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, Kansas City Metro (13.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (13.5).
Prior Value
(13.5)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-adjusted Suicide Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

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

15.1
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (18.5), Kansas City Metro has a value of 15.1 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(18.5)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0), Kansas City Metro has a value of 15.1 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(14.0 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, Kansas City Metro (15.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (15.8).
Prior Value
(15.8)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-adjusted Traffic Injury Mortality Rate per 100,000 population

Current Value:

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

9.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (14.2), Kansas City Metro has a value of 9.3 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(14.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.4), Kansas City Metro has a value of 9.3 which is lower and better.
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, Kansas City Metro (9.3) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (8.6).
Prior Value
(8.6)
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 Kansas City Metro 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  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(10.1)

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

Current Value:

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

44.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (54.4), Kansas City Metro has a value of 44.2 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(54.4)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (49.5), Kansas City Metro has a value of 44.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(49.5 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, Kansas City Metro (44.2) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (38.1).
Prior Value
(38.1)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Alzheimers

Current Value:

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

12.2
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (11.0), Kansas City Metro has a value of 12.2 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(11.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (12.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.3).
Prior Value
(11.3)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Cancer

Current Value:

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

994.9
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (1,176.7), Kansas City Metro has a value of 994.9 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(1,176.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (994.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (983.7).
Prior Value
(983.7)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Cerebrovascular Disease

Current Value:

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

107.3
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (149.9), Kansas City Metro has a value of 107.3 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(149.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (107.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (118.0).
Prior Value
(118.0)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Chronic Lower Respiratory Disease

Current Value:

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

135.0
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (199.2), Kansas City Metro has a value of 135.0 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(199.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (135.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (151.1).
Prior Value
(151.1)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Diabetes

Current Value:

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

107.8
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (201.3), Kansas City Metro has a value of 107.8 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(201.3)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (107.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (123.4).
Prior Value
(123.4)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Heart Disease

Current Value:

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

671.9
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (899.4), Kansas City Metro has a value of 671.9 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(899.4)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (671.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (643.2).
Prior Value
(643.2)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Homicide

Current Value:

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

273.9
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (264.9), Kansas City Metro has a value of 273.9 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(264.9)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (273.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (240.6).
Prior Value
(240.6)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Nephritis, Nephrotic Syndrome Nephrosis

Current Value:
55.2
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (79.2), Kansas City Metro has a value of 55.2 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(79.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (55.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (56.3).
Prior Value
(56.3)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Suicide

Current Value:

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

559.9
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (673.8), Kansas City Metro has a value of 559.9 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(673.8)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (559.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (579.5).
Prior Value
(579.5)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Traffic Injury

Current Value:

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

297.5
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (460.5), Kansas City Metro has a value of 297.5 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(460.5)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (297.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (331.5).
Prior Value
(331.5)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Age-Adjusted Years of Potential Life Lost - Unintentional Injuries

Current Value:

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

903.9
Years per 100,000 Population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (1,198.7), Kansas City Metro has a value of 903.9 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(1,198.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (903.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (854.9).
Prior Value
(854.9)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

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

Current Value:

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

40.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (43.7%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 40.6% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 40.6% 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, Kansas City Metro (40.6%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (35.2%).
Prior Value
(35.2%)
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: Kansas City Metro Percent of Adults Who Reported Consuming Vegetables Less than 1 Time Per Day

Current Value:

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

19.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (19.7%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 19.3% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 19.3% 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, Kansas City Metro (19.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.2%).
Prior Value
(17.2%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Oral Health

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Oral Health

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

Current Value:

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

65.6%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (61.3%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 65.6% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(61.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (65.6%) is less and better than the previously measured value (72.0%).
Prior Value
(72.0%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percentage of Screened K-12 Grade Students w Obvious Dental Decay

Current Value:

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

13.8%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (13.8%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 13.8%.
KS Value
(13.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (13.8%) is less and better 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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Other Conditions

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Other Conditions

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

Current Value:

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

21.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (20.6%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 21.1% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 21.1% 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, Kansas City Metro (21.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.0%).
Prior Value
(21.0%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Physical Activity

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Physical Activity

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

22.7%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (19.0%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 22.7% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(19.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (20.3%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 22.7% which is higher and better.
US Value
(20.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (22.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.6%).
Prior Value
(21.6%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Injury Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Injury Hospital Admission Rate

71.2
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (72.0), Kansas City Metro has a value of 71.2 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(72.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (71.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (72.9).
Prior Value
(72.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Asthma Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Asthma Hospital Admission Rate

3.7
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (3.0), Kansas City Metro has a value of 3.7 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(3.0)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (3.7) is less and better than the previously measured value (4.3).
Prior Value
(4.3)
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: Kansas City Metro Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

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

8.7
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (9.8), Kansas City Metro has a value of 8.7 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(9.8)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (8.7) is less and better than the previously measured value (11.1).
Prior Value
(11.1)
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: Kansas City Metro Pneumonia (Bacterial) Hospital Admission Rate

Current Value:

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

15.4
Per 10,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (20.2), Kansas City Metro has a value of 15.4 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(20.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (15.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (16.3).
Prior Value
(16.3)
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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Sexually Transmitted Disease Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Sexually Transmitted Disease Rate

5.9
Cases per 1,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (6.1), Kansas City Metro has a value of 5.9 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(6.1)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (5.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (6.5).
Prior Value
(6.5)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Weight Status

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Weight Status

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Percent of Adults who are Overweight

Current Value:

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

34.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (34.4%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 34.7% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 34.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(35.3% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (34.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (34.7%).
Prior Value
(34.7%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

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

Current Value:
88.4%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (83.4%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 88.4% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(83.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.3%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 88.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(94.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (88.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (88.8%).
Prior Value
(88.8%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Percent of Adults with Fair or Poor Self-Perceived Health Status

Current Value:

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

12.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (14.7%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 12.4% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(14.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (17.7%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 12.4% 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, Kansas City Metro (12.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.5%).
Prior Value
(13.5%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Community / Civic Engagement

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Community / Civic Engagement

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Voter Turnout: Presidential Election

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Voter Turnout: Presidential Election

75.0%
(2008)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 75.0% which is in the best 50% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 75.0% which is higher and better.
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: Kansas City Metro

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Rate of Violent Crime per 1,000 Population

Current Value:

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

3.9
Crimes per 1,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (4.4), Kansas City Metro has a value of 3.9 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), Kansas City Metro has a value of 3.9 which is higher and worse.
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, Kansas City Metro (3.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (4.0).
Prior Value
(4.0)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Community / Demographics

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Community / Demographics

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Ratio of Children to Adults

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Ratio of Children to Adults

29.9
Children per 100 Adults
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (31.2), Kansas City Metro has a value of 29.9.
KS Value
(31.2)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (28.9), Kansas City Metro has a value of 29.9.
US Value
(28.9 in 2014)
The State value is compared to U.S. Value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (29.9) is less  than the previously measured value (30.1).
Prior Value
(30.1)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Ratio of Elderly Persons and Children to Adults

Current Value:

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

52.8
Elderly persons & children per 100 adults
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (57.7), Kansas City Metro has a value of 52.8.
KS Value
(57.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (52.3), Kansas City Metro has a value of 52.8.
US Value
(52.3 in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (52.8) is greater  than the previously measured value (52.2).
Prior Value
(52.2)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Ratio of Elderly Persons to Adults

Current Value:

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

22.9
Elderly persons per 100 adults
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (26.4), Kansas City Metro has a value of 22.9.
KS Value
(26.4)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.8), Kansas City Metro has a value of 22.9.
US Value
(21.8 in 2014)
The Kansas State Value is compared to the US Value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (22.9) is greater  than the previously measured value (22.1).
Prior Value
(22.1)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Community / Social Environment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Community / Social Environment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro People 65+ Living Alone

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro People 65+ Living Alone

30.5%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 30.5% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 30.5% 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 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 30.5% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 30.5% 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: Kansas City Metro

Community / Transportation

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Community / Transportation

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Households without a Vehicle

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Households without a Vehicle

4.5%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 4.5% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 4.5% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 4.5% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(5.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (8.9%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 4.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Mean Travel Time to Work

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Mean Travel Time to Work

21.0
Minutes
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 21.0 which is in the worst 25% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 21.0 which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 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), Kansas City Metro has a value of 21.0 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(18.8)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (25.2), Kansas City Metro has a value of 21.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(25.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Workers Commuting by Public Transportation

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Workers Commuting by Public Transportation

0.7%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 0.7% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 0.7% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(0.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (4.9%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 0.7% 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: Kansas City Metro Workers who Drive Alone to Work

Current Value:

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

82.6%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 82.6% which is in the worst 25% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 82.6% which is in the worst 25% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 82.6% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(81.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (76.0%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 82.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(76.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Workers who Walk to Work

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Workers who Walk to Work

1.9%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 1.9% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 1.9% 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 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 1.9% which is lower and worse.
KS Value
(2.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (2.8%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 1.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(2.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Economy / Employment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Economy / Employment

Value
Compared to:

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

Current Value:

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

6.7%
(November 2011)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.7% which is in the worst 25% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.7% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.7% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (6.7%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (6.6%).
Prior Value
(6.6%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Economy / Government Assistance

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Economy / Government Assistance

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Households with Cash Public Assistance Income

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Households with Cash Public Assistance Income

1.9%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 1.9% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 1.9% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 1.9% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 1.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(2.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

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

Current Value:

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

68.2
Per 1,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (99.4), Kansas City Metro has a value of 68.2.
KS Value
(99.4)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (68.2) is greater  than the previously measured value (30.2).
Prior Value
(30.2)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Kansas Medical Assistance Programs - Children per 1000 Population, 0-19 Age-Group

Current Value:

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

358.7
Per 1,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (465.1), Kansas City Metro has a value of 358.7.
KS Value
(465.1)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (358.7) is greater  than the previously measured value (167.0).
Prior Value
(167.0)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro

Economy / Housing & Homes

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Economy / Housing & Homes

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Homeowner Vacancy Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Homeowner Vacancy Rate

2.4%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 2.4% 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 1.9% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 2.4% 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 (2.0%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 2.4% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(2.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 2.4%.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Homeownership

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Homeownership

63.4%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 63.4% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 63.4% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 63.4% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 63.4% which is higher and better.
US Value
(58.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

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

Current Value:

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

44.6%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 44.6% which is in the worst 25% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 44.6% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 44.6% which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(44.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (50.9%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 44.6% 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: Kansas City Metro

Economy / Income

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Economy / Income

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Median Household Income

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Median Household Income

$62,651
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of $62,651 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of $62,651 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), Kansas City Metro has a value of $62,651 which is higher and better.
KS Value
($49,424)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value ($51,914), Kansas City Metro has a value of $62,651 which is higher and better.
US Value
($51,914)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Per Capita Income

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Per Capita Income

$31,559
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of $31,559 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of $31,559 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), Kansas City Metro has a value of $31,559 which is higher and better.
KS Value
($25,907)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value ($27,334), Kansas City Metro has a value of $31,559 which is higher and better.
US Value
($27,334)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Economy / Poverty

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Economy / Poverty

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Children Living Below Poverty Level

12.2%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 12.2% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 12.2% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 12.2% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 12.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(19.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Families Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Families Living Below Poverty Level

6.6%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.6% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.6% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.6% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

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

Current Value:

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

6.9%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro 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, Kansas City Metro 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%), Kansas City Metro 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%), Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro People Living 200% Above Poverty Level

Current Value:

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

76.0%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 76.0% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 76.0% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 76.0% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(68.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (68.0%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 76.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(68.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro People Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro People Living Below Poverty Level

10.1%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 10.1% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 10.1% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 10.1% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 10.1% 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: Kansas City Metro Poverty Status by School Enrollment

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Poverty Status by School Enrollment

6.8%
(2005-2009)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.8% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.8% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.8% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 6.8% 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: Kansas City Metro Uninsured Adult Population Rate

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Uninsured Adult Population Rate

11.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (13.4%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 11.3% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(13.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 11.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.0% in 2016)
The state value is compared to the U.S. value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (11.3%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (9.9%).
Prior Value
(9.9%)
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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Young Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

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

14.6%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 14.6% which is in the best 50% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 14.6% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 14.6% which is lower and better.
KS Value
(20.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (22.3%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 14.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(22.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Education / Educational Attainment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Education / Educational Attainment

Value
Compared to:

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

Current Value:

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

41.5%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 41.5% 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 41.5% 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 41.5% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(29.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (27.9%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 41.5% which is higher and better.
US Value
(27.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

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

Current Value:

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

92.1%
(2006-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 92.1% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 92.1% which is in the best 50% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 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%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 92.1% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(89.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the US Value (85.0%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 92.1% which is higher and better.
US Value
(85.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Education / School Environment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Education / School Environment

Value
Compared to:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Student-to-Teacher Ratio

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Student-to-Teacher Ratio

15.5
Students per teacher
(2009-2010)
Compared to:
Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 15.5 which is in the worst 25% of public health preparedness regions. Public health preparedness regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 15.5 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 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), Kansas City Metro has a value of 15.5 which is higher and worse.
KS Value
(13.7)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas state value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (15.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (14.9).
Prior Value
(14.9)
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.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Environmental Health / Built Environment

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Environmental Health / Built Environment

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Liquor Store Density

Current Value:

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro Liquor Store Density

18.8
Stores per 100,000 population
(2009)
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Compared to KS Counties, Kansas City Metro has a value of 18.8 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, Kansas City Metro has a value of 18.8 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), Kansas City Metro has a value of 18.8 which is lower and better.
KS Value
(22.0)
The regional values are compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.1), Kansas City Metro has a value of 18.8 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (18.8) is greater and worse 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.

Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

Value
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Public Health Preparedness Region: Kansas City Metro

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

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

Current Value:
100.0%
Percentage
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (99.9%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 100.0% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(99.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (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 Kansas City Metro 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: Kansas City Metro Public Water Supply - Percent of Population Served Unaffected by SDWA Nitrate Violations

Current Value:
100.0%
Percentage
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the KS Value (99.7%), Kansas City Metro has a value of 100.0% which is higher and better.
KS Value
(99.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Kansas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Kansas City Metro (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 Kansas City Metro 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.
Kansas Health Matters