Martin County Health Data

Martin County, Kentucky

Health Score

30/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.6 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

36

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

64

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Martin County, Kentucky

Martin County faces serious health crisis

Life expectancy in Martin County is just 70.6 years—nearly 2 years below the U.S. average of 72.3 years. An alarming 33.9% of residents report poor or fair health—nearly double the national average of 17.9%—reflecting deep chronic disease burden and health despair.

Among Kentucky's most challenged

Martin County's 70.6-year life expectancy is 1.6 years below Kentucky's 72.2-year state average, placing it near the bottom statewide. With 33.9% of residents reporting poor or fair health, Martin ranks among Kentucky's most health-challenged counties.

Worst in regional peer group

Martin County's 70.6-year life expectancy ranks lowest among eastern Kentucky peers, with the highest poor/fair health rate at 33.9%. Primary care access is severely limited at just 36 providers per 100,000—only slightly better than McCreary County's critically low 6 per 100K—forcing residents to travel far for basic care.

Underinsured and under-resourced

Martin County's 6.6% uninsured rate is slightly below Kentucky's average, but the real barrier is provider scarcity: only 36 primary care providers and 64 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. Many residents must travel an hour or more to see a doctor, delaying diagnoses and worsening health crises.

Get covered and seek care proactively

In a county where nearly 1 in 3 people report poor health, insurance is life-saving but access is challenging. Enroll at kynect.ky.gov or call 1-855-MY-KYNCT, then ask your doctor about telehealth options and regional health centers that can reduce travel burden for urgent and routine care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Martin County, KY?
Martin County has a health score of 30/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #94 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 Martin County?
Life expectancy in Martin County is 70.6 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Martin County below the state average.
How does Martin County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Martin County's health score of 30/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 70.6 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 6.6% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Martin County?
Key health factors for Martin County include: life expectancy (70.6 years), uninsured rate (6.6%), and primary care physician access (36:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 64:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Martin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 30/100 ("Below Average"), Martin County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.6 years. 6.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Martin County?
Martin County's health score of 30/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.