Magoffin County Health Data
Magoffin County, Kentucky
Health Score
24/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
68.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
68.2 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.6%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
35
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
178
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Magoffin County, Kentucky
Magoffin County's health challenge
Life expectancy in Magoffin County stands at 68.2 years—nearly 4 years below the U.S. average of 72.3 years and a striking warning sign. Nearly 1 in 3 residents (32.2%) report poor or fair health, more than double the national average of 17.9%, reflecting serious chronic disease and health struggles.
Among Kentucky's lowest-ranked
Magoffin's 68.2-year life expectancy is 4 years below Kentucky's 72.2-year state average—placing it among the state's worst-performing counties. The 32.2% poor/fair health rate is dramatically higher than Kentucky's statewide average, signaling a county facing acute health disparities.
Struggling compared to peers
Magoffin County's 68.2-year life expectancy trails nearby Martin County (70.6) and McCreary County (69.6), with the highest poor/fair health rate in this peer group. Primary care access is tight at 35 providers per 100K, and mental health resources at 178 per 100K lag behind wealthier neighboring counties like Mason County (493 per 100K).
Uninsured and under-resourced
Magoffin County's 7.6% uninsured rate edges above Kentucky's 7.0% average, leaving many residents without basic coverage. With only 35 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—well below national standards—many people travel hours to find a doctor, delaying care and worsening health outcomes.
Seek coverage now
In a county where 1 in 3 people report poor health, health insurance isn't optional—it's essential. Visit kynect.ky.gov to explore coverage options including Medicaid, ACA plans, and financial help; uninsured residents can call 1-855-MY-KYNCT for free assistance.
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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.