Oldham County Health Data

Oldham County, Kentucky

Health Score

94/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.7 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

3.6%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

60

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

138

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Oldham County, Kentucky

Kentucky's health leader: longest life expectancy

Oldham County residents live to 79.7 years, a remarkable 8.3 years above the U.S. average of 71.4 years and 7.5 years above Kentucky's state average. Only 13.6% report poor or fair health—by far the lowest in this eight-county set.

Outperforming Kentucky by every metric

Oldham County's 79.7-year life expectancy stands 7.5 years above Kentucky's 72.2-year average, while its 3.6% uninsured rate is less than half the state's 7.0% average. This combination of longevity and coverage is exceptional within Kentucky.

Clear regional health leader

Oldham County outpaces all seven peer counties by 4–15 years in life expectancy, with the next-best being Nelson County at 74.2 years. Its 60 primary care providers and 138 mental health providers per 100K are among the highest in the comparison.

Universal coverage and abundant providers

With a 3.6% uninsured rate, 96.4% of Oldham County residents carry health insurance—the highest proportion among the eight counties. The county's 60 primary care and 138 mental health providers per 100K ensure residents can access care quickly and consistently.

Stay covered, stay healthy

Oldham County's health leadership depends on near-universal coverage; the small 3.6% uninsured population should enroll at healthcare.gov to complete this success story. Continuous coverage enables the preventive care patterns that help residents live nearly 8 years longer than average.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Oldham County, KY?
Oldham County has a health score of 94/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #1 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 Oldham County?
Life expectancy in Oldham County is 79.7 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Oldham County above the state average.
How does Oldham County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Oldham County's health score of 94/100 is above the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 79.7 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 3.6% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Oldham County?
Key health factors for Oldham County include: life expectancy (79.7 years), uninsured rate (3.6%), and primary care physician access (60:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 138:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Oldham County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 94/100 ("Excellent"), Oldham County is one of the healthier counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.7 years. 3.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Oldham County healthier than the Kentucky average?
Oldham County's health score of 94/100 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.

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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.