Clinton County Health Data

Clinton County, Kentucky

Health Score

28/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.7 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

54

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

197

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Clinton County, Kentucky

Clinton County near national health average

Clinton County's 71.7-year life expectancy falls just shy of the U.S. average of 71.4 years, placing it in the middle tier nationally. However, 26.2% reporting poor or fair health exceeds the national rate of 21%, suggesting uncontrolled chronic conditions.

Slightly below Kentucky's health median

At 71.7 years, Clinton County trails Kentucky's 72.2-year average by 0.5 years, indicating middling state performance. The 8.3% uninsured rate exceeds Kentucky's 7.0% average by 1.3 points, leaving more residents vulnerable.

Mixed results against surrounding counties

Clinton County's 71.7-year life expectancy sits between Clay County's lower 68.3 and Crittenden County's higher 71.8 years. Its 26.2% poor/fair health rate is better than Clay but worse than neighbors like Daviess (20.3%), pointing to manageable but present health challenges.

Better primary care, strong mental health support

Clinton County offers 54 primary care providers per 100,000—above rural average—and an exceptional 197 mental health providers per 100K. Yet 8.3% remain uninsured, suggesting affordability rather than availability drives care gaps.

Bridge the coverage gap

Clinton County's strong provider base is only helpful if you can afford to use it; 8.3% uninsured is too high. Start at kynect.ky.gov to see if you qualify for Medicaid, CHIP, or tax credits that make care affordable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Clinton County, KY?
Clinton County has a health score of 28/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #100 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 Clinton County?
Life expectancy in Clinton County is 71.7 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Clinton County below the state average.
How does Clinton County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Clinton County's health score of 28/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 71.7 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 8.3% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Clinton County?
Key health factors for Clinton County include: life expectancy (71.7 years), uninsured rate (8.3%), and primary care physician access (54:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 197:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Clinton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 28/100 ("Below Average"), Clinton County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.7 years. 8.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Clinton County?
Clinton County's health score of 28/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.