Huntington County Health Data

Huntington County, Indiana

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

17.2%

State avg 18.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

2.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 54.5 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

2.7

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 Huntington County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureHuntingtonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.0%39.8%37.6%near state average
Diabetes11.1%11.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure36.2%34.7%33.5%1.5 pts worse than state
Depression26.8%26.7%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureHuntingtonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.1%17.6%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking18.2%17.9%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity24.0%25.2%27.0%1.2 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureHuntingtonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup78.3%77.6%74.9%0.7 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)62.4%59.5%57.3%2.9 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.8%74.2%73.3%1.4 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureHuntingtonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.2%19.2%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration35.3%37.6%37.3%2.3 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Huntington 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

Huntington County uninsured rate lower than state and national marks

Health data brief for Huntington County, Indiana.

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

The uninsured rate in Huntington County is 7.0%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 8.4% and the national average of 10%. In contrast, other healthcare access metrics show that the county has 55 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The mental health provider ratio is 120 per 100,000, compared to a national median of 250 per 100,000. Regarding health outcomes, the life expectancy for Huntington County residents is 74.8 years, which is slightly lower than the Indiana average of 75.1 years and lower than the national average of 77 years. Additionally, 17.2% of residents report poor or fair health, a figure nearly identical to the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Huntington 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.

Parkview Huntington Hospital

ER
4/5
(260) 355-3300
2001 Stults Rd, Huntington, IN 46750
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 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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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.