Elkhart County Health Data
Elkhart County, Indiana
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
42/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
76.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.2 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.8%
State avg 8.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
49
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
179
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
20.6%
State avg 18.9%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
9.2
per 100K residentsCDC: 48.8 per 100K
Dentists
1.5
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
5.8
per 100K residents
Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.
Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health
These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Elkhart County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Elkhart | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 44.1% | 39.8% | 37.6% | 4.3 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 12.2% | 11.3% | 11.2% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.7% | 34.7% | 33.5% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 25.7% | 26.7% | 24.1% | 1.0 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Elkhart | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 17.4% | 17.6% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% | 17.9% | 17.8% | 0.6 pts better than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% | 25.2% | 27.0% | 0.7 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Elkhart | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 78.0% | 77.6% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 57.3% | 59.5% | 57.3% | 2.2 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 74.7% | 74.2% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Elkhart | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 19.6% | 19.2% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 36.9% | 37.6% | 37.3% | 0.7 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Elkhart County nationally on obesity.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Elkhart County Uninsured Rate Exceeds State and National Figures
Health data brief for Elkhart County, Indiana.
The uninsured rate in Elkhart County is 12.8%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 8.4% and the national average of 10%. Life expectancy for residents in the county is 76.2 years, which is longer than the state average of 75.1 years but shorter than the national average of 77 years. Provider data shows there are 49 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 70 per 100,000. The county has 179 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, while the national median is 250. According to the data, 20.6% of adults report poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology for data collection details.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Elkhart County, Indiana
Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.
Hospitals near you
Compare all on Medicare.gov →Elkhart General Hospital
ERGoshen Hospital
EROaklawn Psychiatric Center Inc
eHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Elkhart County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in Indiana.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Elkhart County, IN?
What is the life expectancy in Elkhart County?
How does Elkhart County health compare to the Indiana average?
What health factors affect Elkhart County?
Is Elkhart County a healthy place to live?
What are the biggest health challenges in Elkhart County?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.