Russell County Health Data

Russell County, Kentucky

Health Score

30/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.1 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

39

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

192

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Russell County, Kentucky

Russell County nearly matches U.S. lifespan

Russell County's life expectancy of 72.1 years comes within 2.4 years of the U.S. average of 74.5 years, representing solid overall health outcomes. However, 29.3% of residents report poor or fair health—the second-highest in its cohort and far above the national 17.9% average.

Matches state average life expectancy

Russell County's life expectancy of 72.1 years essentially equals Kentucky's 72.2-year state average, placing it at the midpoint of state health outcomes. The 29.3% poor/fair health rate is elevated even within Kentucky, suggesting significant chronic disease burden despite middling lifespan.

Higher chronic illness despite decent lifespan

Russell County's life expectancy of 72.1 years ranks among the region's best, matching Pulaski County, but its 29.3% poor/fair health rate is the second-worst in the cohort, exceeded only by Rockcastle. This gap suggests Russell residents survive to average age but face substantial illness burden.

Limited primary care, scarce mental health access

Russell County has only 39 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—below the national average of 65—and 192 mental health providers per 100K, creating access challenges. The 7.5% uninsured rate is slightly above the state average of 7.0%, leaving hundreds without coverage protection.

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Russell County's 7.5% uninsured rate exceeds the state average, and provider scarcity makes having insurance even more critical. Visit healthcare.gov to confirm your coverage, explore Medicaid eligibility, and find marketplace plans that connect you to available providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Russell County, KY?
Russell County has a health score of 30/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #89 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 Russell County?
Life expectancy in Russell County is 72.1 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Russell County below the state average.
How does Russell County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Russell County's health score of 30/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 72.1 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 7.5% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Russell County?
Key health factors for Russell County include: life expectancy (72.1 years), uninsured rate (7.5%), and primary care physician access (39:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 192:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Russell County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 30/100 ("Below Average"), Russell County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.1 years. 7.5% 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 Russell County?
Russell 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.