Perry County Health Data
Perry County, Kentucky
Health Score
30/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
65.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
65.7 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
115
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
829
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Perry County, Kentucky
Perry County's health gap widens
At 65.7 years, Perry County's life expectancy falls 8.8 years short of the U.S. average of 74.5 years. More than one in four residents report poor or fair health (26.1%), compared to the national rate of 17.9%, signaling serious underlying health challenges in the community.
One of Kentucky's shortest lifespans
Perry County ranks among the bottom tier of Kentucky counties, with a life expectancy 6.5 years below the state average of 72.2 years. The county's 26.1% poor/fair health rate also exceeds the state's typical burden of chronic illness.
Struggling compared to regional peers
Perry County's life expectancy of 65.7 years trails all neighboring counties—Pike (69.3), Powell (68.6), and Breathitt counties significantly outpace it. The county's poor/fair health rate of 26.1% is also higher than most surrounding counties, suggesting acute health disadvantages.
Good primary care access masks gaps
Perry County boasts 115 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—well above the national average of 65—yet only 6.6% of residents lack insurance, below the state average of 7.0%. Despite strong provider capacity, the stubborn health disparities suggest barriers beyond availability, such as affordability, transportation, or preventive care uptake.
Ensure you have coverage today
While Perry County's uninsured rate is lower than the state average, 6.6% of residents still go without health insurance. Check your coverage now at healthcare.gov or contact a local navigator to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, or employer options.
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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.