LaPorte County Health Data

LaPorte County, Indiana

Health Score

47/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.3 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

37

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

124

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in LaPorte County, Indiana

LaPorte County faces health headwinds

LaPorte County's life expectancy of 74.3 years falls 0.6 years below the U.S. average of 74.9 years. With 20.3% reporting poor or fair health, the county exceeds the national average and reflects a population under strain.

Below Indiana's health standard

LaPorte County's 74.3-year life expectancy trails Indiana's 75.1-year average by 0.8 years. The 20.3% poor/fair health rate places the county among lower performers in the state.

Regional health gaps visible

LaPorte County's 74.3-year life expectancy matches Lake County (74.3 years) but lags Johnson County (76.2 years) by 1.9 years. With only 37 primary care providers per 100,000, the county trails regional peers in access.

Adequate coverage, strained access

LaPorte County's 7.9% uninsured rate is near Indiana's average, showing decent coverage uptake. Yet the county offers only 37 primary care providers per 100,000—among the lowest in the region—straining access to routine care.

Maintain your coverage stability

LaPorte County's 7.9% uninsured rate is manageable, but ensuring continuous coverage protects against unexpected health costs. Review your plan at healthcare.gov and explore options if your current coverage has gaps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of LaPorte County, IN?
LaPorte County has a health score of 47/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #59 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 LaPorte County?
Life expectancy in LaPorte County is 74.3 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making LaPorte County below the state average.
How does LaPorte County health compare to the Indiana average?
LaPorte County's health score of 47/100 is below the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.3 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.9% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect LaPorte County?
Key health factors for LaPorte County include: life expectancy (74.3 years), uninsured rate (7.9%), and primary care physician access (37:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 124:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is LaPorte County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 47/100 ("Below Average"), LaPorte County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.3 years. 7.9% 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 LaPorte County?
LaPorte County's health score of 47/100 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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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.