Union County Health Data
Union County, Kentucky
Health Score
40/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
73.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.3 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
22
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
84
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Union County, Kentucky
Union County lives longer than most
At 73.3 years, Union County's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 71.4 years—a meaningful edge in healthspan. The county's 24.5% poor or fair health rate slightly exceeds the national average of 21%, suggesting that while residents live longer, some face daily health challenges.
Outperforming Kentucky on longevity
Union County ranks above Kentucky's state average of 72.2 years for life expectancy, placing it in the healthier half of the state's counties. This 1.1-year advantage reflects better-than-average health outcomes across the region.
Mid-range health among peers
Union County sits squarely in the middle of its regional neighbors—healthier than Wayne County (72.7 years) and Webster County (70.1 years), but trailing the strongest performers like Woodford County (76.7 years) and Warren County (75.3 years). The county's 22 primary care providers per 100,000 residents are below regional averages, suggesting potential access gaps despite solid life expectancy.
Low uninsured rate, limited providers
Union County's 6.9% uninsured rate is virtually identical to Kentucky's state average of 7.0%, meaning most residents have coverage. However, with only 22 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—below the state's typical availability—residents may face wait times or travel for routine care.
Stay insured, stay healthy
If you're among the 6.9% of Union County residents without health coverage, visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore Marketplace plans, Medicaid, or local community health center options. Maintaining consistent coverage ensures you can access the primary care that keeps this county's health outcomes strong.
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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.