Trigg County Health Data
Trigg County, Kentucky
Health Score
35/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
72.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
72.5 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.3%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
28
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Trigg County, Kentucky
Trigg County Below National Health Standards
Trigg County's 72.5-year life expectancy falls 1.9 years short of the U.S. average of 74.4 years, and 22.8% report poor or fair health, above the national benchmark of 21%. These metrics indicate persistent health challenges throughout the county.
Marginally Above State Average
At 72.5 years, Trigg County's life expectancy edges just 0.3 years above Kentucky's 72.2-year average, placing it near the state median. Its 22.8% poor/fair health rate exceeds most state peers, reflecting broader wellness concerns.
Middle-of-Pack Regional Performance
Trigg County's 72.5-year life expectancy outpaces Todd (73.0 years on par) but trails Spencer (76.2 years) and Scott (75.7 years). Its 22.8% poor/fair health rate ranks worse than Spencer and Scott but better than Todd (27.2%).
Limited Data, Concerning Coverage
Primary care provider data for Trigg County is unavailable, though mental health providers number just 28 per 100,000—among the region's lowest. At 8.3% uninsured, Trigg exceeds Kentucky's 7.0% average, suggesting insurance is less accessible.
Close the Coverage Gap
Trigg County's 8.3% uninsured rate demands action. Visit healthcare.gov or contact your local health department to explore Medicaid and marketplace options—securing coverage is essential when local provider availability is limited.
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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.