Logan County Health Data

Logan County, Kentucky

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

21.2%

State avg 23.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

39.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 21.6 per 100K

Dentists

7.2

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

21.6

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 Logan County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

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

Health-risk behaviors

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

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureLoganState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)58.7%53.9%57.3%4.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.6%71.3%73.3%4.3 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureLoganState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration40.1%41.7%37.3%1.6 pts better than state

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

Logan County Mental Health Provider Access Trails National Median

Health data brief for Logan County, Kentucky.

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

Logan County has 57 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The primary care provider ratio is also below national norms, with 22 providers per 100,000 residents compared to the national median of 70. Residents in Logan County have a life expectancy of 73.8 years, which is longer than the Kentucky state average of 72.2 years but shorter than the national average of 77 years. The percentage of the population reporting poor or fair health is 21.2%, which exceeds the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate is 6.6%, lower than both the state average of 7.0% and the national average of 10%. These data points offer a snapshot of the healthcare landscape and provider availability in the county. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Logan 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.

the Medical Center at Russellville

ER
2/5
(270) 726-4011
1625 Nashville Street, Russellville, KY 42276
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

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 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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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.