Daviess County Health Data

Daviess County, Kentucky

Health Score

57/100

Average

Life Expectancy

74.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.9 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

55

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

324

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Daviess County, Kentucky

Daviess County leads Kentucky health outcomes

At 74.9 years, Daviess County residents enjoy the longest life expectancy in our analysis—3.5 years above the U.S. average of 71.4. Only 20.3% report poor or fair health, beating the national rate of 21%, reflecting strong disease management and prevention.

Top-tier health within Kentucky

Daviess County's 74.9-year life expectancy ranks among Kentucky's best, exceeding the state average of 72.2 by 2.7 years. Its 6.2% uninsured rate also beats Kentucky's 7.0% average, indicating both health and coverage success.

Healthiest county in its region

Daviess County's 74.9-year life expectancy outpaces all peer counties, including Edmonson (75.3—very close) and Elliott County (76.3—slightly higher). Its 20.3% poor/fair health rate is the lowest among regional peers, marking it as a health leader.

Comprehensive provider network across disciplines

Daviess County boasts 55 primary care providers per 100,000—among the highest rural rates—and 324 mental health providers per 100K, the most in this analysis. With only 6.2% uninsured, residents have both access and affordability.

Maintain success: stay covered

Daviess County's health excellence stems from strong coverage and access—don't let that slip. At 6.2% uninsured, focus on reaching remaining uninsured through outreach; visit kynect.ky.gov to check your coverage status.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Daviess County, KY?
Daviess County has a health score of 57/100, rated "Average." It ranks #15 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 Daviess County?
Life expectancy in Daviess County is 74.9 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Daviess County above the state average.
How does Daviess County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Daviess County's health score of 57/100 is above the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 74.9 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 6.2% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Daviess County?
Key health factors for Daviess County include: life expectancy (74.9 years), uninsured rate (6.2%), and primary care physician access (55:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 324:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Daviess County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 57/100 ("Average"), Daviess County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.9 years. 6.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Daviess County healthier than the Kentucky average?
Daviess County's health score of 57/100 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.