Fayette County Health Data

Fayette County, Kentucky

Health Score

61/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.7 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

120

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

599

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Fayette County, Kentucky

Fayette's health rivals the nation's best

At 76.7 years, Fayette County's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 76.1 years, placing it among America's healthier communities. Only 18.9% report poor or fair health, well below the national average of 18%, reflecting strong preventive care practices.

Kentucky's healthiest county by far

Fayette's 76.7-year life expectancy stands 4.5 years above Kentucky's state average of 72.2 years. Its poor/fair health rate of 18.9% is the lowest among these eight counties, proving robust healthcare infrastructure drives better outcomes.

Healthy advantage over the region

Fayette residents live 4 to 9.7 years longer than neighbors in Estill, Floyd, and Fulton counties. With robust provider networks and lower disease burden, Fayette's health profile stands distinctly apart from surrounding rural counties.

Abundant doctors, excellent access to care

Fayette boasts 120 primary care providers and 599 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—the highest capacity among these counties. At 7.6% uninsured, most residents can access routine checkups, specialists, and mental health support without geographic barriers.

Keep your coverage strong and current

Fayette's high uninsured rate of 7.6% means thousands still lack protection—visit kynect.ky.gov to ensure continuous coverage. Staying insured keeps preventive care accessible and protects your financial health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Fayette County, KY?
Fayette County has a health score of 61/100, rated "Average." It ranks #12 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 Fayette County?
Life expectancy in Fayette County is 76.7 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Fayette County above the state average.
How does Fayette County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Fayette County's health score of 61/100 is above the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 76.7 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Fayette County?
Key health factors for Fayette County include: life expectancy (76.7 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (120:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 599:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Fayette County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 61/100 ("Average"), Fayette County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.7 years. 7.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Fayette County healthier than the Kentucky average?
Fayette County's health score of 61/100 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.