Logan County Health Data

Logan County, Kentucky

Health Score

49/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.6%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

22

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

57

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Logan County, Kentucky

Logan County leads Kentucky's health profile

Logan County residents live to 73.8 years on average—only 5.1 years below the U.S. average of 78.9 years and 1.6 years *above* Kentucky's state average. Just over one in five residents (21.2%) report poor or fair health, reflecting notably better health across the population.

Outperforms Kentucky statewide health

At 73.8 years, Logan County's life expectancy exceeds Kentucky's state average of 72.2 years by 1.6 years—a significant distinction. With only 21.2% reporting poor/fair health versus Kentucky's higher rate, Logan County stands as a statewide health leader.

Clear health advantage over Eastern peers

Logan County's 73.8-year life expectancy substantially outperforms neighboring Eastern Kentucky counties, with 22 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 57 mental health providers per 100,000. This combination of health outcomes and provider access demonstrates a county that's executing its health strategy effectively.

Strong coverage supports strong health outcomes

Logan County's 6.6% uninsured rate runs below Kentucky's 7.0% average, and the county's moderate primary care supply (22 per 100K) ensures covered residents can access routine care. This foundation helps explain why Logan County achieves better health outcomes than most state peers.

Maintain coverage to sustain your health

Logan County's proven health success comes from strong insurance coverage and consistent provider access. Keep your coverage current at healthcare.gov so you can continue benefiting from the preventive care and chronic disease management that makes your county a statewide health leader.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Logan County, KY?
Logan County has a health score of 49/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #33 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 Logan County?
Life expectancy in Logan County is 73.8 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Logan County above the state average.
How does Logan County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Logan County's health score of 49/100 is above the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 73.8 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 6.6% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Logan County?
Key health factors for Logan County include: life expectancy (73.8 years), uninsured rate (6.6%), and primary care physician access (22:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 57:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Logan County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 49/100 ("Below Average"), Logan County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.8 years. 6.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Logan County healthier than the Kentucky average?
Logan County's health score of 49/100 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. Logan County has better primary care access (22:1 ratio) than the state average (42:1).

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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.