Fountain County Health Data

Fountain County, Indiana

Health Score

53/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

24

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

108

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Fountain County, Indiana

Fountain falls short of U.S. health average

At 73.8 years, Fountain County residents live 1 year shorter than the U.S. average of 74.8 years. With 17.6% in poor or fair health—slightly above the national average—Fountain reflects common rural health struggles.

Below Indiana average but manageable gap

Fountain's 73.8-year life expectancy falls 1.3 years below Indiana's 75.1-year state average. At 17.6% in poor/fair health, the county runs slightly above the state benchmark, indicating mild but present population-level health challenges.

Struggling more than most regional peers

Fountain's 73.8-year life expectancy ranks among the lower in its region, trailing Dubois (77.8) by 4 years and Franklin (76.6) by 2.8 years. The county's modest health outcomes suggest structural healthcare access or economic barriers at play.

Scarce primary care, limited specialists

Fountain County has just 24 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest in its region—paired with 108 mental health providers per 100,000. At 7.8% uninsured, coverage rates are reasonable, but the real challenge is provider shortage limiting where residents can go for care.

Secure coverage to access scarce care

With Fountain's limited primary care providers, having insurance is critical to navigate referrals and specialist networks. Ensure you're covered by visiting healthcare.gov or contacting your local health department—having a strong insurance plan helps you access care in underserved areas.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Fountain County, IN?
Fountain County has a health score of 53/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #41 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 Fountain County?
Life expectancy in Fountain County is 73.8 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Fountain County below the state average.
How does Fountain County health compare to the Indiana average?
Fountain County's health score of 53/100 is below the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 73.8 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.8% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Fountain County?
Key health factors for Fountain County include: life expectancy (73.8 years), uninsured rate (7.8%), and primary care physician access (24:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 108:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Fountain County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 53/100 ("Below Average"), Fountain County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.8 years. 7.8% 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 Fountain County?
Fountain County's health score of 53/100 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.