Green County Health Data

Green County, Kentucky

Health Score

34/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.8 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

18

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

262

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Green County, Kentucky

Green County has longest life expectancy

At 73.8 years, Green County's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 72.0 years by nearly 2 years, indicating residents live significantly longer than most Americans. However, 27.8% report poor or fair health—well above the national average—suggesting chronic health burdens despite longevity.

Green County leads state in life expectancy

Green's 73.8-year life expectancy tops Kentucky's 72.2-year state average by 1.6 years, placing it among the state's longest-living populations. Yet the 8.0% uninsured rate exceeds Kentucky's 7.0% average, meaning more residents lack coverage here than statewide.

Limited primary care but strong mental health access

Green County has the fewest primary care providers in the region at just 18 per 100,000 residents—half that of neighboring Grayson County. However, Green offers the region's best mental health access at 262 providers per 100K, far exceeding most rural Kentucky counties.

Primary care shortage creates daily challenges

With only 18 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Green County faces a critical shortage—residents must often travel far for routine medical care or wait weeks for appointments. The 8.0% uninsured rate and high poor/fair health rate (27.8%) suggest that financial and access barriers drive health outcomes despite strong mental health services.

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The 8.0% of Green County residents without insurance can enroll through Healthcare.gov or Medicaid year-round, not just during open enrollment. Coverage gives you access to preventive care and reduces the need for emergency room visits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Green County, KY?
Green County has a health score of 34/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #74 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 Green County?
Life expectancy in Green County is 73.8 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Green County above the state average.
How does Green County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Green County's health score of 34/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 73.8 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 8.0% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Green County?
Key health factors for Green County include: life expectancy (73.8 years), uninsured rate (8.0%), and primary care physician access (18:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 262:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Green County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 34/100 ("Below Average"), Green County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.8 years. 8.0% 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 Green County?
Green County's health score of 34/100 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.