Hancock County Health Data

Hancock County, Indiana

Health Score

79/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.2 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

83

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

125

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hancock County, Indiana

Hancock exceeds U.S. health averages

Hancock County residents live to 77.2 years, roughly 1.7 years longer than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. With only 15.6% reporting poor or fair health—well below national rates—the county demonstrates strong chronic disease management.

Above-average health outcomes statewide

At 77.2 years, Hancock County's life expectancy exceeds Indiana's 75.1-year state average by 2.1 years, placing it in the upper tier of counties. The 15.6% poor/fair health rate is notably better than state averages, reflecting effective healthcare delivery.

Strong performer in central Indiana

Hancock's 77.2-year life expectancy trails only Hamilton County's 80.7 in this region and significantly outpaces Grant's 70.8 and Fulton's 73.7. The county's 83 primary care providers per 100,000 and 125 mental health providers per 100,000 support this advantage.

Low uninsured rate enables consistent care

Hancock's 5.9% uninsured rate is well below the state average of 8.4%, ensuring most residents can access preventive and ongoing care. The county's robust provider network—83 primary care and 125 mental health per 100,000—reduces wait times and supports continuity of treatment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hancock County, IN?
Hancock County has a health score of 79/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #6 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 Hancock County?
Life expectancy in Hancock County is 77.2 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Hancock County above the state average.
How does Hancock County health compare to the Indiana average?
Hancock County's health score of 79/100 is above the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 77.2 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 5.9% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Hancock County?
Key health factors for Hancock County include: life expectancy (77.2 years), uninsured rate (5.9%), and primary care physician access (83:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 125:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hancock County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 79/100 ("Excellent"), Hancock County is one of the healthier counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.2 years. 5.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Hancock County healthier than the Indiana average?
Hancock County's health score of 79/100 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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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.