Henry County Health Data

Henry County, Kentucky

Health Score

37/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.7 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

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

56

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Henry County, Kentucky

Henry County Falls Well Behind U.S. Health

Henry County residents live to 72.7 years on average—5.4 years less than the U.S. average of 78.1 years. One in four people report poor or fair health (23.5%), indicating a population managing significant chronic disease burden.

Slightly Above State Average, Still Struggling

Henry County's 72.7-year life expectancy exceeds Kentucky's 72.2-year average, but its 23.5% poor/fair health rate lies above the state norm. The county sits in Kentucky's middle tier for population health outcomes, with room for improvement in disease management.

Middle Ground Among Peer Counties

Henry's 72.7-year life expectancy ranks better than Jackson (71.1) and Hickman (71.5), but trails Henderson (73.3) and Harrison (72.3). The county's 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents rank highest among this peer group, supporting reasonable care access.

Moderate Uninsurance, Strong Primary Care

Henry County's 7.7% uninsured rate exceeds Kentucky's 7% average, leaving roughly 1 in 13 residents without health coverage. However, the county compensates with 58 primary care providers per 100,000—the highest primary care density in its peer group—plus 56 mental health providers.

Close the Coverage Gap in Henry County

With 7.7% uninsurance, Henry has room to improve. If you're uninsured or underinsured, visit kynect.ky.gov or call 1-855-4KY-ENROLL—many residents qualify for subsidies that bring coverage costs down significantly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Henry County, KY?
Henry County has a health score of 37/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #64 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 Henry County?
Life expectancy in Henry County is 72.7 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Henry County above the state average.
How does Henry County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Henry County's health score of 37/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 72.7 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 7.7% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Henry County?
Key health factors for Henry County include: life expectancy (72.7 years), uninsured rate (7.7%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 56:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Henry County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 37/100 ("Below Average"), Henry County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.7 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 Henry County?
Henry County's health score of 37/100 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.