Jasper County Health Data

Jasper County, Indiana

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

16.8%

State avg 18.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

6.0

per 100K residentsCDC: 24.2 per 100K

Dentists

9.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

30.1

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 Jasper County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureJasperState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.0%39.8%37.6%near state average
Diabetes10.3%11.3%11.2%1.0 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure33.4%34.7%33.5%1.3 pts better than state
Depression25.9%26.7%24.1%0.8 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureJasperState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.0%17.6%16.3%1.6 pts better than state
Binge Drinking18.8%17.9%17.8%0.9 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity24.0%25.2%27.0%1.2 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureJasperState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.8%77.6%74.9%1.8 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)63.0%59.5%57.3%3.5 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.5%74.2%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureJasperState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%19.2%18.6%0.6 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration39.8%37.6%37.3%2.2 pts worse than state

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

Jasper County primary care access significantly lower than national median

Health data brief for Jasper County, Indiana.

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

Jasper County reports 24 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a figure that is significantly lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. This provider density also trails broader trends for specialized services, with a mental health provider ratio of 63 per 100,000 compared to a national median of 250 per 100,000. Life expectancy in the county is 75.3 years, which slightly exceeds the Indiana state average of 75.1 years but is shorter than the national average of 77 years. Furthermore, 16.8% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is similar to the national average of 17%. The county uninsured rate stands at 7.9%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 8.4% and the national average of 10%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Jasper 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.

Franciscan Health Rensselaer, Inc

ER
Not rated by CMS
(219) 866-5141
1104 E Grace St, Rensselaer, IN 47978
Critical Access 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 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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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.