Todd County Health Data

Todd County, Kentucky

Health Score

21/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.0 yr

State avg 72.2 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.7%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

16

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

56

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Todd County, Kentucky

Todd County Faces Critical Health Crisis

At 73.0 years, Todd County's life expectancy trails the U.S. average of 74.4 years by 1.4 years. With 27.2% reporting poor or fair health—the worst rate in the region—Todd residents face severe daily wellness challenges that demand urgent attention.

Bottom Tier of State Health

Todd County's 73.0-year life expectancy sits slightly above Kentucky's 72.2-year average, but its 27.2% poor/fair health rate is among the worst in the state. This disconnect signals acute health crises despite average longevity.

Regional Health Crisis

Todd County's 27.2% poor/fair health rate is the highest among all peer counties—5 percentage points worse than Simpson (21.0%) and Spencer (20.2%). Its 73.0-year life expectancy ties Simpson but trails all other regional peers.

Severe Care Gaps and Coverage Crisis

Todd County has critically low provider access with just 16 primary care providers per 100,000—the lowest in the region—and 56 mental health providers per 100,000. Most alarmingly, 12.7% are uninsured, nearly double Kentucky's 7.0% average, creating a perfect storm for poor health outcomes.

Get Covered Immediately

Todd County's 12.7% uninsured rate is a health emergency that demands action. Call 1-800-318-2596 or visit healthcare.gov today to enroll in Medicaid or marketplace coverage—securing insurance is your lifeline to the limited primary care available.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Todd County, KY?
Todd County has a health score of 21/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #120 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 Todd County?
Life expectancy in Todd County is 73.0 years. The Kentucky state average is 72.2 years, making Todd County above the state average.
How does Todd County health compare to the Kentucky average?
Todd County's health score of 21/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. Life expectancy is 73.0 years vs. the state average of 72.2 years. The uninsured rate is 12.7% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Todd County?
Key health factors for Todd County include: life expectancy (73.0 years), uninsured rate (12.7%), and primary care physician access (16:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 56:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Todd County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 21/100 ("Below Average"), Todd County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Kentucky. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.0 years. 12.7% 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 Todd County?
Todd County's health score of 21/100 is below the Kentucky average of 41/100. The uninsured rate of 12.7% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. 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.