Estill County Health Data

Estill County, Kentucky

Health Score

25/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

69.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

69.5 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

21

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

129

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Estill County, Kentucky

Estill's life expectancy lags the nation

At 69.5 years, Estill County residents live about 6 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.1 years. Nearly 27% report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 18%, signaling deeper health challenges ahead.

Among Kentucky's lowest life expectancies

Estill's 69.5-year life expectancy ranks well below Kentucky's state average of 72.2 years. The county's 27.4% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state average, placing it among the state's most struggling health communities.

Worse health than neighboring counties

Estill's life expectancy trails nearby Fleming County (72.6 years) and Fayette County (76.7 years) by significant margins. Its poor/fair health rate of 27.4% is also higher than most adjacent counties, reflecting concentrated health disparities.

Limited doctors, higher uninsured rates

Estill has just 21 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—less than one-third of Fayette County's capacity. With 7.8% of residents uninsured and sparse provider networks, routine care and preventive medicine remain out of reach for many.

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If you're among Estill's uninsured, check kynect.ky.gov or call 1-855-4-KYNECT to explore Medicaid and marketplace plans. Even with a modest income, you may qualify for financial help—and coverage could be life-changing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Estill County, KY?
Estill County has a health score of 25/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #113 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 Estill County?
Life expectancy in Estill County is 69.5 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Estill County below the state average.
How does Estill County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Estill County's health score of 25/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 69.5 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 7.8% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Estill County?
Key health factors for Estill County include: life expectancy (69.5 years), uninsured rate (7.8%), and primary care physician access (21:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 129:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Estill County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 25/100 ("Below Average"), Estill County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 69.5 years. 7.8% 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 Estill County?
Estill County's health score of 25/100 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.