Livingston County Health Data

Livingston County, Kentucky

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

47/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.0 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.7%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

34

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

68

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

20.2%

State avg 23.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

22.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 33.5 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

22.4

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 Livingston County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

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

Health-risk behaviors

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

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureLivingstonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)58.5%53.9%57.3%4.6 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)71.5%71.3%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureLivingstonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration40.2%41.7%37.3%1.5 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Livingston 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

Livingston County Uninsured Rate Remains Below National Mark

Health data brief for Livingston County, Kentucky.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

Livingston County has an uninsured rate of 5.7%, which is lower than the national average of 10% and the Kentucky state average of 7.0%. However, clinical access remains below national benchmarks, with 34 primary care providers per 100,000 residents compared to the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 68 per 100,000 residents, while the national median is 250. Life expectancy for the county is 71.0 years, shorter than the state average of 72.2 years and the national average of 77 years. Approximately 20.2% of residents report being in poor or fair health, a rate higher than the national average of 17%. These figures provide a statistical overview of the health outcomes and provider landscape in the county based on federal health reporting and workforce data. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Livingston 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.

Livingston Hospital and Healthcare Services, Inc

ER
4/5
(270) 988-2299
131 Hospital Drive, Salem, KY 42078
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Livingston County, KY?
Livingston County has a health score of 47/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #35 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 Livingston County?
Life expectancy in Livingston County is 71.0 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Livingston County below the state average.
How does Livingston County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Livingston County's health score of 47/100 is above the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 71.0 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 5.7% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Livingston County?
Key health factors for Livingston County include: life expectancy (71.0 years), uninsured rate (5.7%), and primary care physician access (34:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 68:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Livingston County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 47/100 ("Below Average"), Livingston County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.0 years. 5.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Livingston County healthier than the Kentucky average?
Livingston County's health score of 47/100 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. Livingston County has better primary care access (34:1 ratio) than the state average (42:1).

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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.