Benton County Health Data

Benton County, Indiana

Health Score

39/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.7%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

23

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

57

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Benton County, Indiana

Benton County faces significant health challenges

Life expectancy in Benton County is 74.5 years—significantly below both Indiana's state average (75.1 years) and the national average (76.4 years). With 22.0% of residents reporting poor or fair health, the county faces real health headwinds affecting daily life for many residents.

Among Indiana's health struggles

Benton County ranks in the lower half of Indiana counties for health outcomes, trailing the state average by a full year in life expectancy. This gap signals that residents here face cumulative health challenges—from chronic disease management to healthcare access—that demand attention.

Struggling compared to regional peers

Benton County's 74.5-year life expectancy lags significantly behind Adams County (77.0 years), Boone County (78.2 years), and Brown County (76.7 years). Even neighboring Blackford County, despite its own challenges, edges ahead at 71.8 years, indicating Benton faces particular healthcare barriers.

Limited providers compound access challenges

Benton County has just 23 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—less than half the average among these eight counties—and only 57 mental health providers per 100,000. With 9.7% of residents uninsured, above the state average of 8.4%, barriers to care compound for vulnerable populations.

Insurance is your first step to better health

In a county with limited providers and tight healthcare resources, having active health insurance is critical to accessing what care exists. If you're uninsured or underinsured, visit healthcare.gov or call 211 to explore Medicaid and Marketplace options—getting covered is the first step toward better outcomes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Benton County, IN?
Benton County has a health score of 39/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #79 out of 92 counties in Indiana (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Benton County?
Life expectancy in Benton County is 74.5 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Benton County below the state average.
How does Benton County health compare to the Indiana average?
Benton County's health score of 39/100 is below the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.5 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 9.7% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Benton County?
Key health factors for Benton County include: life expectancy (74.5 years), uninsured rate (9.7%), and primary care physician access (23:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 57:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Benton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 39/100 ("Below Average"), Benton County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.5 years. 9.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Benton County?
Benton County's health score of 39/100 is below the Indiana average of 54/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.