Jessamine County Health Data

Jessamine County, Kentucky

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

62/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

75

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

175

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.3%

State avg 23.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

11.2

per 100K residentsCDC: 74.6 per 100K

Dentists

11.2

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

13.0

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 Jessamine County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

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

Health-risk behaviors

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

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureJessamineState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)63.9%53.9%57.3%10.0 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.8%71.3%73.3%2.5 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureJessamineState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration37.5%41.7%37.3%4.2 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Jessamine County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Jessamine County Life Expectancy Exceeds Kentucky Average

Health data brief for Jessamine County, Kentucky.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Residents in Jessamine County have a life expectancy of 75.7 years. This figure is longer than the Kentucky state average of 72.2 years, although it remains shorter than the 77-year national average. Approximately 17.3% of adults report being in poor or fair health, which is similar to the 17% national mark. The uninsured rate in the county is 7.5%, compared to 7.0% for the state and 10% for the country. Regarding medical professionals, the county has 75 primary care providers per 100,000 people, slightly higher than the national median of 70 per 100,000. For mental health services, there are 175 providers per 100,000, while the national median is 250. These numbers reflect the current health and provider data for the area. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Jessamine 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 Jessamine 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 Jessamine County, KY?
Jessamine County has a health score of 62/100, rated "Average." It ranks #11 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 Jessamine County?
Life expectancy in Jessamine County is 75.7 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Jessamine County above the state average.
How does Jessamine County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Jessamine County's health score of 62/100 is above the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 75.7 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 7.5% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Jessamine County?
Key health factors for Jessamine County include: life expectancy (75.7 years), uninsured rate (7.5%), and primary care physician access (75:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 175:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Jessamine County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 62/100 ("Average"), Jessamine County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.7 years. 7.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Jessamine County healthier than the Kentucky average?
Jessamine County's health score of 62/100 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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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.