Fleming County Health Data

Fleming County, Kentucky

Health Score

32/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.6 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Fleming County, Kentucky

Fleming's health tracks below the nation

Fleming County's 72.6-year life expectancy trails the U.S. average of 76.1 years by 3.5 years. With 26.4% reporting poor or fair health—well above the national average of 18%—chronic disease and preventive care gaps are evident.

Slightly above Kentucky's struggling average

Fleming's 72.6-year life expectancy edges out Kentucky's 72.2-year state average by just 0.4 years. Its 26.4% poor/fair health rate reflects the state's broader health crisis, ranking among the highest in this county cohort.

Healthier than some rural peers

Fleming's life expectancy surpasses Estill (69.5), Floyd (67.0), and Fulton (68.3) counties, though it lags urban Fayette (76.7). Its poor/fair health rate of 26.4% mirrors struggles in adjacent rural areas, pointing to systemic healthcare access challenges.

Few doctors serving rural residents

Fleming has just 33 primary care providers and 58 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—forcing many to travel for basic care. With 7.7% uninsured and limited local resources, rural residents often delay or skip needed medical visits.

Cover yourself for unexpected health costs

Fleming's uninsured residents face steep financial risk—use kynect.ky.gov or call 1-855-4-KYNECT to find affordable coverage. Marketplace plans and Medicaid expansion cover preventive visits at no cost, helping you stay healthy and safe.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Fleming County, KY?
Fleming County has a health score of 32/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #83 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 Fleming County?
Life expectancy in Fleming County is 72.6 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Fleming County above the state average.
How does Fleming County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Fleming County's health score of 32/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 72.6 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 7.7% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Fleming County?
Key health factors for Fleming County include: life expectancy (72.6 years), uninsured rate (7.7%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 58:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Fleming County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 32/100 ("Below Average"), Fleming County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.6 years. 7.7% 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 Fleming County?
Fleming County's health score of 32/100 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.