Crawford County Health Data

Crawford County, Indiana

Health Score

32/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.9 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.0%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

67

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Crawford County, Indiana

Crawford County faces severe health challenges

At 72.9 years, Crawford County's life expectancy is the lowest in this group and trails the US average by over 6 years. With 22.9% of residents reporting poor or fair health—nearly 5 percentage points above the national average—the county signals a public health crisis.

Poorest health outcomes in Indiana

Crawford County's 72.9-year life expectancy falls 2.2 years below Indiana's state average of 75.1 years, ranking among the worst in the state. The county's 22.9% poor/fair health rate substantially exceeds the state average, indicating persistent socioeconomic and structural barriers to health.

Significantly behind all peer counties

Crawford County's 72.9-year life expectancy trails even lower-performing neighbors like Clark County (73.2 years) and Clinton County (74.4 years). Limited data on primary care providers complicates assessment, but the county's health metrics suggest critical access and quality-of-care gaps.

Uninsured, underserved, and vulnerable

Crawford County's 10% uninsured rate is the second-highest among these counties, affecting 1 in 10 residents and exceeding Indiana's 8.4% average. Primary care provider data is unavailable, but 67 mental health providers per 100,000 suggest some behavioral health infrastructure.

Apply for coverage and community support

If you're uninsured in Crawford County, Medicaid expansion and marketplace coverage may provide affordable options—apply at healthcare.gov today. Call 211 or contact the Crawford County Health Department for free or low-cost clinics and supportive health services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Crawford County, IN?
Crawford County has a health score of 32/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #90 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 Crawford County?
Life expectancy in Crawford County is 72.9 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Crawford County below the state average.
How does Crawford County health compare to the Indiana average?
Crawford County's health score of 32/100 is below the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 72.9 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 10.0% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Crawford County?
Key health factors for Crawford County include: life expectancy (72.9 years), uninsured rate (10.0%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 67:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Crawford County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 32/100 ("Below Average"), Crawford County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.9 years. 10.0% 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 Crawford County?
Crawford County's health score of 32/100 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.