Jasper County Health Data

Jasper County, Indiana

Health Score

60/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.3 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.9%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

24

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

63

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Jasper County, Indiana

Jasper County leads on life expectancy

At 75.3 years, Jasper County residents live just 3.6 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years and exceed Indiana's state average of 75.1 years. With only 16.8% reporting poor or fair health—the lowest among these eight counties—residents enjoy notably stronger health perceptions.

Healthiest county in the comparison group

Jasper County's 75.3-year life expectancy is the highest among all eight counties and tops Indiana's 75.1-year average by 0.2 years. The 16.8% poor/fair health rate is the best in the group, and the 7.9% uninsured rate is near state average, suggesting balanced access and outcomes.

Limited providers, strong health outcomes

Jasper County has the lowest primary care provider density (24 per 100K) among these counties, yet boasts the best health outcomes—suggesting quality may matter more than quantity. With 63 mental health providers per 100K, psychiatry access is limited, but residents' strong overall health suggests preventive care is working.

Fewer doctors, healthier people

Jasper County's 24 primary care providers per 100,000 residents is the lowest in this comparison, yet the county reports the best health outcomes and life expectancy. With a 7.9% uninsured rate just slightly above state average, the county may rely on community health initiatives or preventive culture to achieve excellent results on thin resources.

Keep Jasper County's health momentum going

At 7.9% uninsured, Jasper County is near Indiana's average, but that means roughly 1 in 12 residents still lack coverage. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to ensure everyone in your household has insurance and can access preventive care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Jasper County, IN?
Jasper County has a health score of 60/100, rated "Average." It ranks #29 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 Jasper County?
Life expectancy in Jasper County is 75.3 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Jasper County above the state average.
How does Jasper County health compare to the Indiana average?
Jasper County's health score of 60/100 is above the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 75.3 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.9% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Jasper County?
Key health factors for Jasper County include: life expectancy (75.3 years), uninsured rate (7.9%), and primary care physician access (24:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 63:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Jasper County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 60/100 ("Average"), Jasper County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.3 years. 7.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Jasper County healthier than the Indiana average?
Jasper County's health score of 60/100 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. Jasper County has better primary care access (24:1 ratio) than the state average (49:1).

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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.