Huntington County Health Data

Huntington County, Indiana

Health Score

61/100

Average

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.0%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

55

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

120

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Huntington County, Indiana

Huntington County near national life expectancy

At 74.8 years, Huntington County residents live about 4 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years, though better than most Indiana counties. With just 17.2% reporting poor or fair health—below Indiana's typical rate—the county shows relatively stronger preventive health behaviors.

Healthiest county in this region

Huntington County's 74.8-year life expectancy is nearly tied with Indiana's 75.1-year average, making it the strongest performer among these eight counties. The 7.0% uninsured rate matches state comparables, and the 17.2% poor/fair health rate is one of the lowest in the group.

Strong primary care, solid mental health access

Huntington County's 55 primary care providers per 100,000 residents match Howard County and exceed Henry County, while 120 mental health providers per 100K are solid compared to peers. These provider densities support routine care and basic mental health services across the county.

Well-insured with decent provider access

At 7.0% uninsured, Huntington County has coverage within reach for nearly 93% of residents, with 55 primary care physicians per 100K providing reasonable access to preventive care. The low 17.2% poor/fair health rate suggests these resources are translating into actual health improvements and disease management.

Maintain your coverage for better outcomes

With a 7.0% uninsured rate, Huntington County is on the right track, but closing that final 7% matters—thousands of residents still lack coverage. Check your plan at renewal time, visit marketplace.healthcare.gov, or call 1-800-318-2596 to ensure continuous, affordable coverage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Huntington County, IN?
Huntington County has a health score of 61/100, rated "Average." It ranks #27 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 Huntington County?
Life expectancy in Huntington County is 74.8 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Huntington County below the state average.
How does Huntington County health compare to the Indiana average?
Huntington County's health score of 61/100 is above the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.8 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.0% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Huntington County?
Key health factors for Huntington County include: life expectancy (74.8 years), uninsured rate (7.0%), and primary care physician access (55:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 120:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Huntington County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 61/100 ("Average"), Huntington County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.8 years. 7.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Huntington County healthier than the Indiana average?
Huntington County's health score of 61/100 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.