Calloway County Health Data
Calloway County, Kentucky
Health Score
51/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
74.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.1 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.2%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
48
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
133
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Calloway County, Kentucky
Beating national life expectancy averages
Calloway County residents live to 74.1 years, nearly three years longer than the U.S. average of 71.4 years. Just 20.0% report poor or fair health—better than the national rate of roughly 22%—signaling a notably healthier population. Calloway is among Kentucky's best-performing counties on longevity.
Kentucky's healthier-than-average county
At 74.1 years, Calloway County's life expectancy ranks in Kentucky's top tier, nearly two years above the state average of 72.2 years. The county's 20.0% poor/fair health rate is among the best in the state, placing residents well ahead of most Kentucky peers. Calloway stands out as a genuine bright spot for health outcomes.
Leading regional health rankings
Calloway's 74.1-year life expectancy significantly outpaces neighboring Caldwell (73.0 years) and far exceeds Carlisle (70.9 years) and Carroll (70.7 years). At 20.0% poor/fair health, Calloway residents report substantially better health status than nearby counties, many of which exceed 24%. The county's health advantage over its region is unmistakable.
Strong provider network, competitive coverage
With 48 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Calloway offers notably robust access to routine care, nearly double some neighboring counties. Mental health support is strong at 133 providers per 100,000, and just 7.2% of residents lack insurance—nearly at Kentucky's average. Most people can find both preventive and specialist care without major barriers.
Seven percent uninsured—close to state average
Calloway's 7.2% uninsured rate matches Kentucky's average of 7.0%, meaning most residents have insurance access but some gaps remain. Check healthcare.gov or kynect to confirm your coverage or find an affordable plan that fits your household. Even with good regional access, being insured makes every doctor's visit predictable and affordable.
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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.