Hamilton County Health Data

Hamilton County, Indiana

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

11.0%

State avg 18.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

11.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 138.8 per 100K

Dentists

3.6

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

9.0

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 Hamilton County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureHamiltonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity31.9%39.8%37.6%7.9 pts better than state
Diabetes8.6%11.3%11.2%2.7 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure29.6%34.7%33.5%5.1 pts better than state
Depression22.9%26.7%24.1%3.8 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureHamiltonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking9.3%17.6%16.3%8.3 pts better than state
Binge Drinking17.8%17.9%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity15.7%25.2%27.0%9.5 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureHamiltonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup79.8%77.6%74.9%2.2 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)74.6%59.5%57.3%15.1 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)77.4%74.2%73.3%3.2 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureHamiltonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress14.2%19.2%18.6%5.0 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration31.1%37.6%37.3%6.5 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Hamilton County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Hamilton County uninsured rate sits well below state and national norms

Health data brief for Hamilton County, Indiana.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

Only 4.5% of Hamilton County residents are uninsured, a rate that is less than half of the 10% national average and significantly lower than the Indiana average of 8.4%. Life expectancy in the county is 80.7 years, which is longer than both the state average of 75.1 and the national average of 77. There are 139 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, nearly double the national median of 70. Mental health providers number 199 per 100,000, which is lower than the national median of 250. Poor or fair health is reported by 11.0% of the population, a rate lower than the 17% national average. These statistics reflect the most current public health data. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Hamilton 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.

St Vincent Heart Center

ER
5/5
(317) 583-5000
10580 N Meridian St, Carmel, IN 46290
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Riverview Health

ER
4/5
(317) 773-0760
395 Westfield Rd, Noblesville, IN 46060
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Local

Indiana University Health North Hospital

ER
4/5
(317) 688-2000
11700 N Meridian St, Carmel, IN 46032
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hamilton County, IN?
Hamilton County has a health score of 97/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #1 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 Hamilton County?
Life expectancy in Hamilton County is 80.7 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Hamilton County above the state average.
How does Hamilton County health compare to the Indiana average?
Hamilton County's health score of 97/100 is above the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 80.7 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 4.5% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Hamilton County?
Key health factors for Hamilton County include: life expectancy (80.7 years), uninsured rate (4.5%), and primary care physician access (139:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 199:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hamilton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 97/100 ("Excellent"), Hamilton County is one of the healthier counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.7 years. 4.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Hamilton County healthier than the Indiana average?
Hamilton County's health score of 97/100 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.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.