Menifee County Health Data

Menifee County, Kentucky

Health Score

30/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.0 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

48

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

334

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Menifee County, Kentucky

Menifee faces serious health challenges

At just 70.0 years, Menifee County's life expectancy falls 4.0 years below the U.S. average (74.0) and 2.2 years below Kentucky's state average (72.2). A striking 27.2% of residents report poor or fair health—among the highest rates in the state—signaling deep underlying health vulnerabilities.

Shortest life expectancy in dataset

Menifee ranks near the bottom of Kentucky counties by longevity and shows one of the highest rates of self-reported poor health in the state. These metrics point to significant socioeconomic, lifestyle, and healthcare access barriers that require urgent community attention.

Struggles compared to local peers

Menifee's 70.0-year life expectancy trails all nearby counties, including Morgan (73.0), Metcalfe (71.8), and even the statewide average. Remarkably, Menifee has 48 primary care providers per 100,000 and 334 mental health providers per 100,000—the highest mental health staffing in the region—yet health outcomes remain poor.

Mental health access outpaces outcomes

Despite exceptional mental health provider density (334 per 100,000), Menifee's 27.2% poor health rate suggests barriers beyond availability—likely poverty, transportation, or stigma limiting actual care engagement. At 6.7% uninsured and with 48 primary care providers per 100,000, insurance and provider supply are present but insufficient to reverse health decline.

Comprehensive care starts with coverage

Menifee residents facing health crises need consistent, comprehensive insurance to access the region's available mental and primary care providers. Visit kynect.ky.gov or call 1-855-4-KY-HEALTH to explore Medicaid and financial assistance options that remove coverage barriers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Menifee County, KY?
Menifee County has a health score of 30/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #87 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 Menifee County?
Life expectancy in Menifee County is 70.0 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Menifee County below the state average.
How does Menifee County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Menifee County's health score of 30/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 70.0 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 6.7% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Menifee County?
Key health factors for Menifee County include: life expectancy (70.0 years), uninsured rate (6.7%), and primary care physician access (48:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 334:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Menifee County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 30/100 ("Below Average"), Menifee County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.0 years. 6.7% 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 Menifee County?
Menifee 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.