Lifespan in Kentucky from 1969 to 2002

In Kentucky the lifespan was 69.99 years in 1969 and 74.91 years in 2002

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Lifespan in Kentucky from 1969 to 2002

In 1969, the life expectancy in Kentucky was 69.99 years, which was 0.49 years lower than the U.S. national average of 70.48 years. While in 2002, the life expectancy in Kentucky was 74.91 years, which was 2.11 years lower than the U.S. national average of 77.02 years. On average from 1969 to 2002, the life expectancy in Kentucky was 1.07 years lower than U.S. national average. While Kentucky experienced a positive life expectancy growth rate, this is a 2.25% slower growth when compared to the U.S. national growth rate.

Lifespan in Kentucky from 1969 to 2002
Figure 1: Chart of Lifespan in Kentucky from 1969 to 2002

Lifespan in Kentucky from 1969 to 2002: Men vs Women

In Kentucky, the life expectancy in 1969 for men was 66.14 years, which was 8.05 years lower than women’s average of 74.19 years. While in 2002, the life expectancy for men was 72.01 years, which was 5.74 years lower than women’s average of 77.75 years. On average from 1969 to 2002, the life expectancy for men was 69.66 years and women was 77.07 years. Kentucky experienced a positive growth rate for men and a positive growth rate for women.

Lifespan in Kentucky from 1969 to 2002: Men vs Women
Figure 2: Chart of Lifespan in Kentucky from 1969 to 2002: Men vs Women

Lifespan in Kentucky from 1969 to 2002: In Comparison with Top 5 U.S. States

The top 5 U.S. states in average lifespan from 1969 to 2002 are Hawaii with 77.52 years, Nebraska with 75.96 years, Minnesota with 76.67 years, South Dakota with 75.58 years, New Hampshire with 75.67 years, while Kentucky has an average lifespan of 73.32 years. In 1969, the life expectancy in Hawaii was 73.28 years, which was 3.29 years higher than Kentucky's average of 69.99 years. While in 2002, the life expectancy in Hawaii was 79.72 years, which was 4.81 years higher than Kentucky's average of 74.91 years. In 1969, the life expectancy in Nebraska was 72.61 years, which was 2.62 years higher than Kentucky's average of 69.99 years. While in 2002, the life expectancy in Nebraska was 77.9 years, which was 2.99 years higher than Kentucky's average of 74.91 years. In 1969, the life expectancy in Minnesota was 72.83 years, which was 2.84 years higher than Kentucky's average of 69.99 years. While in 2002, the life expectancy in Minnesota was 79.2 years, which was 4.29 years higher than Kentucky's average of 74.91 years. In 1969, the life expectancy in South Dakota was 71.68 years, which was 1.69 years higher than Kentucky's average of 69.99 years. While in 2002, the life expectancy in South Dakota was 78.29 years, which was 3.38 years higher than Kentucky's average of 74.91 years. In 1969, the life expectancy in New Hampshire was 70.97 years, which was 0.98 years higher than Kentucky's average of 69.99 years. While in 2002, the life expectancy in New Hampshire was 78.73 years, which was 3.82 years higher than Kentucky's average of 74.91 years.

Lifespan in Kentucky from 1969 to 2002: In Comparison with Top 5 U.S. States
Figure 3: Chart of Lifespan in Kentucky from 1969 to 2002: In Comparison with Top 5 U.S. States

Data Source

The data used by Lifespan in Kentucky from 1969 to 2002 report comes from Mortality.org, a highly reputable platform that provides comprehensive demographic data on mortality rates worldwide. It's a collaborative project of respected research institutions such as the Department of Demography at the University of California, Berkeley; the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research; and INED - French Institute for Demographic Studies. Mortality.org's datasets are trusted globally by researchers and policy makers due to their rigorous research methods and commitment to privacy and ethical guidelines. As such, readers can be confident that our report offers precise insights into Kentucky lifespan trends backed by authoritative research.

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