Anderson County Health Data

Anderson County, Kentucky

Health Score

53/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

29

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

93

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Anderson County, Kentucky

Anderson leads Kentucky on health

Anderson County residents live to 74.4 years—still 3.8 years behind the U.S. average of 78.2 years, but among Kentucky's healthiest. Only 21.4% report poor or fair health, the lowest rate among these eight counties.

Among Kentucky's best outcomes

Anderson's 74.4-year life expectancy leads the state average of 72.2 years by 2.2 years, reflecting stronger overall population health. The county's 21.4% poor/fair health rate is well below Kentucky's typical burden.

Strong primary care infrastructure

Anderson has 29 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, competitive with regional leaders and above the state typical. Mental health support is available at 93 providers per 100,000, supporting residents with behavioral health needs.

Low uninsured, good access

Just 5.9% of Anderson County residents lack health insurance—0.1 percentage points better than Kentucky's average—making preventive care more accessible. The combination of low uninsured rates and solid provider supply creates favorable conditions for health outcomes.

Maintain your coverage advantage

Anderson's strong insurance enrollment is a model—if you're uninsured, visit kynect.ky.gov to close that gap and join the healthier majority. Regular preventive visits with your primary care provider are what keep Anderson County outcomes above the state.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Anderson County, KY?
Anderson County has a health score of 53/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #21 out of 120 counties in Kentucky (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Anderson County?
Life expectancy in Anderson County is 74.4 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Anderson County above the state average.
How does Anderson County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Anderson County's health score of 53/100 is above the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 74.4 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 5.9% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Anderson County?
Key health factors for Anderson County include: life expectancy (74.4 years), uninsured rate (5.9%), and primary care physician access (29:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 93:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Anderson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 53/100 ("Below Average"), Anderson County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.4 years. 5.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Anderson County healthier than the Kentucky average?
Anderson County's health score of 53/100 exceeds the Kentucky average of 41/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Anderson County has better primary care access (29:1 ratio) than the state average (42:1).

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Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.