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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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.