Clark County Health Data

Clark County, Kentucky

Health Score

51/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.4%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

126

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Clark County, Kentucky

Clark County's life expectancy beats the nation

At 72.8 years, Clark County residents live longer than the U.S. average of 71.4 years—a rare health advantage for a rural Kentucky county. Only 20.6% report poor or fair health, well below the national rate of 21%, suggesting stronger overall wellness despite economic headwinds.

Above-average health within Kentucky

Clark County's 72.8-year life expectancy edges past Kentucky's state average of 72.2 years, placing it in the healthier tier statewide. Its 5.4% uninsured rate is significantly better than Kentucky's 7.0% average, indicating stronger insurance coverage among residents.

Healthiest in its peer group

Clark County outperforms most neighboring counties in life expectancy and disease burden—its 20.6% poor/fair health rate beats Clay County's 31.2% by 10 percentage points. With 46 primary care providers per 100,000, Clark offers more doctor access than rural neighbors like Clay (40 per 100K).

Strong insurance and provider access

Only 5.4% of Clark County residents lack health insurance, making it one of Kentucky's best-covered counties. The county supports 126 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, ensuring robust mental healthcare access alongside adequate primary care.

Keep coverage strong and accessible

With coverage already strong at 94.6%, Clark County should focus on reaching the remaining 5.4% uninsured through outreach. Check kynect.ky.gov or healthcare.gov to confirm your plan or explore subsidized options if your circumstances change.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Clark County, KY?
Clark County has a health score of 51/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #27 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 Clark County?
Life expectancy in Clark County is 72.8 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Clark County above the state average.
How does Clark County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Clark County's health score of 51/100 is above the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 72.8 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 5.4% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Clark County?
Key health factors for Clark County include: life expectancy (72.8 years), uninsured rate (5.4%), and primary care physician access (46:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 126:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Clark County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 51/100 ("Below Average"), Clark County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.8 years. 5.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Clark County healthier than the Kentucky average?
Clark County's health score of 51/100 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.

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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.