Madison County Health Data
Madison County, Kentucky
Health Score
55/100
Average
Life Expectancy
73.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.8 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.1%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
48
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
202
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Madison County, Kentucky
Madison County outlives the nation
At 73.8 years, Madison County residents live roughly 1.5 years longer than the U.S. average of 72.3 years—a meaningful edge in life expectancy. Still, nearly 1 in 5 residents (19.4%) report poor or fair health, slightly above the national average of 17.9%, suggesting good longevity doesn't guarantee daily wellness.
Top performer within Kentucky
Madison County ranks well for Kentucky, where the state average life expectancy sits at 72.2 years—Madison exceeds this by 1.6 years. The county's 19.4% poor/fair health rate is also better than Kentucky's statewide average, positioning it among the healthier counties in the state.
Healthiest in its peer group
Madison County's 73.8-year life expectancy leads nearby Marshall County (74.8) and Marion County (73.2), though Marshall edges ahead slightly. With 48 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and strong mental health resources (202 per 100K), Madison offers robust healthcare compared to eastern Kentucky neighbors like Martin County (36 primary care providers per 100K).
Strong coverage, good access
Only 6.1% of Madison County residents lack health insurance—beating Kentucky's 7.0% state average and the national rate of 10.9%. With 48 primary care providers and 202 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, most people can find a doctor or therapist without traveling far.
Keep coverage strong
While Madison County leads on insurance access, 6.1% of residents remain uninsured and vulnerable to health crises. Check your coverage options at kynect.ky.gov or call 1-855-MY-KYNCT to ensure you're protected—especially if your job or life situation has changed.
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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.