Henry County Health Data

Henry County, Indiana

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

48/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

106

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

20.8%

State avg 18.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

12.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 40.9 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

8.2

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 Henry County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureHenryState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity43.6%39.8%37.6%3.8 pts worse than state
Diabetes11.2%11.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure36.0%34.7%33.5%1.3 pts worse than state
Depression27.8%26.7%24.1%1.1 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureHenryState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.4%17.6%16.3%0.8 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking18.1%17.9%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity27.6%25.2%27.0%2.4 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureHenryState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.9%77.6%74.9%0.7 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)56.9%59.5%57.3%2.6 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.0%74.2%73.3%1.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureHenryState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.8%19.2%18.6%0.6 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration43.0%37.6%37.3%5.4 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Henry County nationally on short sleep duration.

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

Data Story

Henry County primary care provider ratio lower than national median

Health data brief for Henry County, Indiana.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Henry County reports 41 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Clinical data also shows a mental health provider ratio of 106 per 100,000, compared to a national median of 250 per 100,000. In terms of health outcomes, the average life expectancy in Henry County is 74.0 years, which is shorter than the Indiana state average of 75.1 years and the national average of 77 years. Additionally, 20.8% of the county population reports being in poor or fair health, a rate higher than the national average of 17%. Regarding health coverage, the uninsured rate is 7.2%, which is lower than the Indiana average of 8.4% and the national average of 10%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Henry 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.

Henry County Memorial Hospital

ER
4/5
(765) 521-0890
1000 N 16th St, New Castle, IN 47362
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Local

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 Henry County, IN?
Henry County has a health score of 48/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #56 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 Henry County?
Life expectancy in Henry County is 74.0 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Henry County below the state average.
How does Henry County health compare to the Indiana average?
Henry County's health score of 48/100 is below the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.0 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.2% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Henry County?
Key health factors for Henry County include: life expectancy (74.0 years), uninsured rate (7.2%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 106:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Henry County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 48/100 ("Below Average"), Henry County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.0 years. 7.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Henry County?
Henry County's health score of 48/100 is below the Indiana average of 54/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.