Larue County Health Data

Larue County, Kentucky

Health Score

28/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.7 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

13

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

72

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Larue County, Kentucky

Larue County lags the national health picture

Larue's 72.7-year life expectancy runs 1.1 years below the U.S. average, and 27.4% report poor or fair health versus the national 21%. The county faces mounting health challenges despite modest life expectancy figures.

Slightly above Kentucky's average life span

Larue's 72.7-year life expectancy edges Kentucky's 72.2-year average by 0.5 years—a thin margin for a county struggling with other health metrics. Its 27.4% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state average of 25%.

Mixed performance among regional peers

Larue's 72.7-year life expectancy sits between Laurel County (72.5 years) and Jessamine County (75.7 years), but its 27.4% poor/fair health rate ranks among the region's worst. With only 13 primary care providers per 100K, Larue faces the state's most severe provider shortage.

Highest uninsured rate, fewest doctors

Larue's 9.1% uninsured rate is the highest among these eight counties, and only 13 primary care providers per 100K represents Kentucky's most acute provider shortage. This combination creates a perfect storm for healthcare access.

Take action on coverage today

Visit kynect.ky.gov or call 1-855-4-KYNECT immediately to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, or other coverage—Larue's uninsured rate shows many neighbors haven't yet enrolled. Ask your county health department about free clinics and emergency care options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Larue County, KY?
Larue County has a health score of 28/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #105 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 Larue County?
Life expectancy in Larue County is 72.7 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Larue County above the state average.
How does Larue County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Larue County's health score of 28/100 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 9.1% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Larue County?
Key health factors for Larue County include: life expectancy (72.7 years), uninsured rate (9.1%), and primary care physician access (13:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 72:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Larue County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 28/100 ("Below Average"), Larue County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.7 years. 9.1% 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 Larue County?
Larue County's health score of 28/100 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.