Hamilton County Health Data
Hamilton County, Indiana
Health Score
97/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
80.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
80.7 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
4.5%
State avg 8.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
139
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
199
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Hamilton County, Indiana
Hamilton County sets state health standard
At 80.7 years, Hamilton County residents live nearly 2 years longer than the U.S. average of 78.9 years—a remarkable achievement. Just 11% report poor or fair health, the lowest rate in this comparison, reflecting excellent disease management and preventive care.
Indiana's healthiest county stands out
Hamilton's 80.7-year life expectancy towers over Indiana's 75.1-year state average, a gap of 5.6 years that places it among the state's healthiest counties. The county's 11% poor/fair health rate is dramatically better than state norms, demonstrating what health equity can achieve.
Vastly outperforms peer counties
Hamilton's residents live 3–10 years longer than neighbors Grant, Harrison, or Fulton counties. The county's robust provider network—139 primary care and 199 mental health providers per 100,000—is 2–3 times higher than rural neighbors, creating a clear link between access and outcomes.
Universal insurance and abundant providers
With only 4.5% uninsured—among the lowest nationally—Hamilton has achieved near-universal coverage, removing financial barriers to care. The county's exceptional provider density means residents access preventive care, mental health services, and specialist referrals without delay or travel burden.
Maintain coverage and preventive care habits
Hamilton County's health success stems from high insurance coverage and dense provider networks. If you live in or near Hamilton, prioritize preventive screenings and mental health care—the systems are in place to catch problems early.
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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.