Clay County Health Data
Clay County, Indiana
Health Score
57/100
Average
Life Expectancy
75.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.0 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
State avg 8.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
49
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
49
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Clay County, Indiana
Clay County life expectancy near national median
At 75.0 years, Clay County residents live nearly 4 years less than the US average of 79 years, reflecting Indiana's broader health challenges. With 19.3% reporting poor or fair health—just above the national average of 18%—the county shows moderate health risk.
Slightly below Indiana state average
Clay County's 75.0-year life expectancy is virtually identical to Indiana's state average of 75.1 years, placing it squarely in the middle of the state's distribution. The county's 19.3% poor/fair health rate is slightly below the state average, indicating relatively stable health outcomes.
Among the best in its region
Clay County's 75.0-year life expectancy matches Cass County (74.9 years) and slightly exceeds Clinton County (74.4 years). At 49 primary care providers per 100,000, Clay outpaces neighbors Cass (45) and Clinton (15) in access to routine medical care.
Strong insurance coverage, limited mental health
Clay County's 6.8% uninsured rate is the lowest among its neighbors and well below Indiana's 8.4% average, ensuring broad access to care. However, mental health providers at just 49 per 100,000 are sparse compared to the state average, highlighting a gap in behavioral health services.
Most are covered—ensure yours is current
With 93.2% of Clay County residents insured, coverage is the norm here—verify your policy is active and find a mental health provider if needed. Contact your local health department or visit 211indiana.org to connect with counseling and psychiatric services.
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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.