Pulaski County Health Data
Pulaski County, Kentucky
Health Score
32/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
72.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
72.1 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.9%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
72
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
482
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Pulaski County, Kentucky
Pulaski County edges toward national average
At 72.1 years, Pulaski County's life expectancy nears the U.S. average of 74.5 years—performing better than many neighboring counties. Still, 25.3% of residents report poor or fair health, well above the national average of 17.9%.
Right in line with Kentucky
Pulaski County's life expectancy of 72.1 years essentially matches Kentucky's 72.2-year state average, placing it at the midpoint of state health outcomes. The 25.3% poor/fair health rate aligns with broader state trends, reflecting typical chronic disease burdens across Kentucky.
Among the region's healthier counties
Pulaski County's life expectancy of 72.1 years ranks among the best in its immediate region, outpacing Pike (69.3), Powell (68.6), and Rockcastle (69.2). The 25.3% poor/fair health rate is moderate compared to neighbors, suggesting better population health management.
Moderate provider access, higher uninsured
Pulaski County has 72 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 65, and 482 mental health providers per 100K. However, 7.9% of residents are uninsured—the highest rate in the county cohort—leaving nearly 1 in 12 Pulaski County residents vulnerable to medical costs.
Nearly 8% still lack coverage
Pulaski County's uninsured rate of 7.9% is above the state average of 7.0%, meaning hundreds of residents navigate the health system without protection. Check your coverage status and explore marketplace plans, Medicaid, or employer options at healthcare.gov today.
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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.