Edmonson County Health Data
Edmonson County, Kentucky
Health Score
43/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
75.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.3 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.0%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
8
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
40
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Edmonson County, Kentucky
Edmonson County residents live longest
At 75.3 years, Edmonson County has the second-highest life expectancy in this analysis—4.0 years above the U.S. average of 71.4. Yet 24.3% report poor or fair health, slightly above the national rate of 21%, suggesting chronic disease despite longevity.
Exceptional health performance in Kentucky
Edmonson County's 75.3-year life expectancy far exceeds Kentucky's 72.2-year average by 3.1 years, ranking it among the state's healthiest counties. At 8.0% uninsured, it slightly exceeds the state average of 7.0%, a minor blemish on strong health outcomes.
Second only to Elliott County
Edmonson County's 75.3-year life expectancy trails only Elliott County (76.3) in this regional analysis. Its 24.3% poor/fair health rate is better than most peers, though Daviess County's 20.3% is notably lower.
Critical primary care shortage despite longevity
Edmonson County is a paradox: residents live long, yet only 8 primary care providers serve 100,000—a severe shortage. With 40 mental health providers per 100K, mental health access is also limited, suggesting aging population or provider workforce challenges.
Ensure coverage despite provider scarcity
Edmonson County's provider shortage makes insurance even more critical—without it, access is nearly impossible. At 8.0% uninsured, check kynect.ky.gov to get covered; consider telehealth options to bridge local access gaps.
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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.