Gibson County Health Data

Gibson County, Indiana

Health Score

58/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.3 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Gibson County, Indiana

Gibson outpaces nation on life expectancy

Gibson County residents live to 76.3 years, exceeding the U.S. average of 78.9 years by more than 2.5 years. However, one in five residents still report poor or fair health, suggesting that gains in longevity haven't fully translated to daily health quality.

Above-average longevity within Indiana

At 76.3 years, Gibson County's life expectancy exceeds Indiana's 75.1-year state average, placing it in the upper-middle tier of counties. Despite this advantage, the 21% poor/fair health rate ranks among the state's higher rates, indicating room for improvement.

Mixed results among similar-sized neighbors

Gibson's 76.3-year life expectancy ranks between Grant County's 70.8 and Hancock County's 77.2, showing modest regional variation. The county's primary care capacity at 40 per 100,000 trails neighboring Harrison County at 48, suggesting potential access constraints.

Low uninsured rate, but thin provider network

Gibson's 6.7% uninsured rate is well below the state average of 8.4%, indicating solid insurance coverage. However, the county offers just 40 primary care providers and 46 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—among the lowest in the region—creating potential wait times and travel burdens.

Most Gibson residents have coverage

With 93% of residents insured, Gibson has done well on enrollment. The next priority is improving access to quality care—work with local health leaders to advocate for expanded provider capacity in the community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Gibson County, IN?
Gibson County has a health score of 58/100, rated "Average." It ranks #31 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 Gibson County?
Life expectancy in Gibson County is 76.3 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Gibson County above the state average.
How does Gibson County health compare to the Indiana average?
Gibson County's health score of 58/100 is above the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 76.3 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 6.7% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Gibson County?
Key health factors for Gibson County include: life expectancy (76.3 years), uninsured rate (6.7%), and primary care physician access (40:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 46:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Gibson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 58/100 ("Average"), Gibson County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.3 years. 6.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Gibson County healthier than the Indiana average?
Gibson County's health score of 58/100 exceeds the Indiana average of 54/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Gibson County has better primary care access (40:1 ratio) than the state average (49:1).

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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.