Lifespan in Kentucky from 1978 to 1981

In Kentucky the lifespan was 72.48 years in 1978 and 73.29 years in 1981

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Lifespan in Kentucky from 1978 to 1981

In 1978, the life expectancy in Kentucky was 72.48 years, which was 0.91 years lower than the U.S. national average of 73.39 years. While in 1981, the life expectancy in Kentucky was 73.29 years, which was 0.81 years lower than the U.S. national average of 74.1 years. On average from 1978 to 1981, the life expectancy in Kentucky was 0.85 years lower than U.S. national average. While Kentucky experienced a positive life expectancy growth rate, this is a 0.15% faster growth when compared to the U.S. national growth rate.

Lifespan in Kentucky from 1978 to 1981
Figure 1: Chart of Lifespan in Kentucky from 1978 to 1981

Lifespan in Kentucky from 1978 to 1981: Men vs Women

In Kentucky, the life expectancy in 1978 for men was 68.53 years, which was 8.08 years lower than women’s average of 76.61 years. While in 1981, the life expectancy for men was 69.47 years, which was 7.72 years lower than women’s average of 77.19 years. On average from 1978 to 1981, the life expectancy for men was 68.98 years and women was 76.95 years. Kentucky experienced a positive growth rate for men and a positive growth rate for women.

Lifespan in Kentucky from 1978 to 1981: Men vs Women
Figure 2: Chart of Lifespan in Kentucky from 1978 to 1981: Men vs Women

Lifespan in Kentucky from 1978 to 1981: In Comparison with Top 5 U.S. States

The top 5 U.S. states in average lifespan from 1978 to 1981 are Hawaii with 77.19 years, Nebraska with 75.40 years, Minnesota with 76.02 years, New Hampshire with 74.97 years, Oregon with 74.94 years, while Kentucky has an average lifespan of 72.90 years. In 1978, the life expectancy in Hawaii was 77.19 years, which was 4.71 years higher than Kentucky's average of 72.48 years. While in 1981, the life expectancy in Hawaii was 77.6 years, which was 4.31 years higher than Kentucky's average of 73.29 years. In 1978, the life expectancy in Nebraska was 75.03 years, which was 2.55 years higher than Kentucky's average of 72.48 years. While in 1981, the life expectancy in Nebraska was 75.65 years, which was 2.36 years higher than Kentucky's average of 73.29 years. In 1978, the life expectancy in Minnesota was 75.4 years, which was 2.92 years higher than Kentucky's average of 72.48 years. While in 1981, the life expectancy in Minnesota was 76.48 years, which was 3.19 years higher than Kentucky's average of 73.29 years. In 1978, the life expectancy in New Hampshire was 74.67 years, which was 2.19 years higher than Kentucky's average of 72.48 years. While in 1981, the life expectancy in New Hampshire was 75.23 years, which was 1.94 years higher than Kentucky's average of 73.29 years. In 1978, the life expectancy in Oregon was 74.54 years, which was 2.06 years higher than Kentucky's average of 72.48 years. While in 1981, the life expectancy in Oregon was 75.31 years, which was 2.02 years higher than Kentucky's average of 73.29 years.

Lifespan in Kentucky from 1978 to 1981: In Comparison with Top 5 U.S. States
Figure 3: Chart of Lifespan in Kentucky from 1978 to 1981: In Comparison with Top 5 U.S. States

Data Source

The data used by Lifespan in Kentucky from 1978 to 1981 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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