Woodford County Health Data
Woodford County, Kentucky
Health Score
77/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
76.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.7 yr
State avg 72.2 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.8%
State avg 7.0%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
78
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
132
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Woodford County, Kentucky
Woodford County's health leads nation
At 76.7 years, Woodford County's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 71.4 years by 5.3 years—exceptional longevity. The county's 15.7% poor or fair health rate trails the national average of 21%, meaning residents not only live significantly longer but report better daily health.
Kentucky's healthiest county
Woodford County's 76.7-year life expectancy ranks 4.5 years above Kentucky's state average of 72.2 years, placing it at the top of the state's health rankings. This sustained advantage reflects strong healthcare, economic stability, and community investment.
Regional health gold standard
Woodford County outpaces all regional peers—Warren County (75.3 years), Washington County (74.2 years), Union County (73.3 years), and Wayne County (72.7 years). The county's 78 primary care providers and 132 mental health providers per 100,000 residents provide robust healthcare infrastructure supporting this exceptional health profile.
Excellent coverage, abundant providers
Woodford County's 5.8% uninsured rate is the lowest in the region and well below Kentucky's 7.0% average, ensuring nearly all residents have coverage access. With 78 primary care and 132 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, the county offers abundant care options for every health need.
Maintain Woodford's health advantage
With 5.8% of residents uninsured, Woodford County is close to universal coverage—uninsured residents should visit healthcare.gov to complete the picture. Maintaining continuous coverage and preventive care visits keeps Woodford County at the forefront of state health outcomes.
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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.