Cumberland County Health Data

Cumberland County, Kentucky

Health Score

35/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.1 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.4%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

51

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

250

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Cumberland County, Kentucky

Cumberland County exceeds U.S. life expectancy

At 73.1 years, Cumberland County residents live longer than the U.S. average of 71.4 years—a meaningful 1.7-year advantage. Yet 26.3% report poor or fair health, slightly exceeding the national rate of 21%, indicating underlying chronic disease despite longevity.

Above-average health in Kentucky

Cumberland County's 73.1-year life expectancy exceeds Kentucky's 72.2-year average by 0.9 years, placing it in the healthier half of the state. At 7.4% uninsured, it's nearly at the state average of 7.0%, with modest coverage gaps.

Outperformed by similar counties

Cumberland County's 73.1-year life expectancy trails Daviess County (74.9), Edmonson County (75.3), and Elliott County (76.3) in its region. Its 26.3% poor/fair health rate is also higher than Daviess (20.3%), suggesting more work on preventive health.

Good provider access, excellent mental health support

Cumberland County offers 51 primary care providers per 100,000 and an exceptional 250 mental health providers per 100K—among Kentucky's best. Despite these strengths, 7.4% uninsured means some residents can't fully access available care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cumberland County, KY?
Cumberland County has a health score of 35/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #68 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 Cumberland County?
Life expectancy in Cumberland County is 73.1 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Cumberland County above the state average.
How does Cumberland County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Cumberland County's health score of 35/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 73.1 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 7.4% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Cumberland County?
Key health factors for Cumberland County include: life expectancy (73.1 years), uninsured rate (7.4%), and primary care physician access (51:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 250:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cumberland County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 35/100 ("Below Average"), Cumberland County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.1 years. 7.4% 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 Cumberland County?
Cumberland County's health score of 35/100 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.