Henderson County Health Data

Henderson County, Kentucky

Health Score

50/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.9%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

52

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

150

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Henderson County, Kentucky

Henderson Outperforms Nation on Life Span

Henderson County residents live to 73.3 years on average, outpacing both Kentucky (72.2 years) and nearly matching the U.S. average of 78.1 years. Just 19.5% of people report poor or fair health, among the lowest rates in the state and a marker of generally good population health.

Henderson: Kentucky's Health Sweet Spot

At 73.3 years, Henderson County ranks in Kentucky's top tier for life expectancy, exceeding the state average by 1.1 years. Its 19.5% poor/fair health rate is among the state's lowest, reflecting stronger disease prevention and management than most peer counties.

Healthiest County in Region

Henderson's 73.3-year life expectancy and 19.5% poor/fair health rate both lead its neighboring counties—beating Jackson (71.1 years, 29.5% poor/fair), Harrison (72.3, 21%), and Henry (72.7, 23.5%). The county's 52 primary care providers and 150 mental health providers per 100,000 support this health advantage.

Best-in-Region Insurance and Access

Henderson County's 6.9% uninsured rate sits just below Kentucky's average and reflects strong healthcare engagement. With 52 primary care and 150 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, the county delivers above-average access to both routine and behavioral health care.

Keep Henderson Healthy: Verify Coverage

Henderson County's strong health outcomes depend on consistent insurance access. Even here, 1 in 14 residents remain uninsured—visit kynect.ky.gov to confirm your coverage or explore new plans if your circumstances have changed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Henderson County, KY?
Henderson County has a health score of 50/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #30 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 Henderson County?
Life expectancy in Henderson County is 73.3 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Henderson County above the state average.
How does Henderson County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Henderson County's health score of 50/100 is above the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 73.3 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 6.9% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Henderson County?
Key health factors for Henderson County include: life expectancy (73.3 years), uninsured rate (6.9%), and primary care physician access (52:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 150:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Henderson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 50/100 ("Below Average"), Henderson County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.3 years. 6.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Henderson County healthier than the Kentucky average?
Henderson County's health score of 50/100 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.