Fulton County Health Data
Fulton County, Indiana
Health Score
41/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
73.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.7 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
State avg 8.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
49
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
88
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Fulton County, Indiana
Fulton's life expectancy lags the nation
At 73.7 years, Fulton County residents live roughly 5 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. One in five residents report poor or fair health, a rate above national norms, signaling challenges in chronic disease management and preventive care.
Below average health outcomes statewide
Fulton ranks below Indiana's state average of 75.1 years for life expectancy, placing it in the lower half of the state's 92 counties. The county's 20.3% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state average, indicating persistent health disparities.
Struggling compared to nearby counties
Neighboring Hancock County residents live 3.5 years longer, and Hamilton County residents live 7 years longer. Fulton's primary care availability at 49 per 100,000 matches the state median, but mental health provider access at 88 per 100,000 falls short of higher-performing neighbors.
Insurance coverage and provider access matter
Fulton's uninsured rate of 9.4% exceeds the state average of 8.4%, leaving roughly 1 in 11 residents without coverage. With 49 primary care providers per 100,000, the county has baseline access, but mental health support remains limited relative to demand.
Getting covered improves health outcomes
Uninsured residents delay preventive care and treatment, worsening long-term health. Explore coverage options through Indiana's health marketplace or Medicaid programs—securing insurance is a critical first step toward closing Fulton's health gap with the rest of the state.
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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.