Henry County Health Data

Henry County, Kentucky

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

23.5%

State avg 23.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

19.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 57.5 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

6.3

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Henry County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureHenryState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.6%
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Depression24.1%

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureHenryState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.3%
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity27.0%

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureHenryState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)55.0%53.9%57.3%1.1 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.3%71.3%73.3%2.0 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureHenryState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration40.7%41.7%37.3%1.0 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Henry County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Mental Health Provider Access Trends in Henry County

Health data brief for Henry County, Kentucky.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Henry County reports a mental health provider ratio of 56 per 100,000 residents, which is roughly one-fourth of the national median of 250 per 100,000. The county's primary care ratio is also below national norms, with 58 providers per 100,000 residents compared to the national median of 70. Life expectancy for residents is 72.7 years, slightly above the Kentucky average of 72.2 years but below the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate in Henry County is 7.7%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 7.0% but lower than the national average of 10%. Additionally, 23.5% of adults report poor or fair health, a figure that exceeds the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Henry County, Kentucky

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Henry County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.