Marion County Health Data
Marion County, Indiana
Health Score
35/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
73.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.0 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.8%
State avg 8.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
78
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
390
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Marion County, Indiana
Marion County's health lags national pace
At 73.0 years, Marion County residents live about 5 years less than the U.S. average of 78.1 years. One in five residents (21.7%) report poor or fair health, outpacing the national average of 16%. These gaps signal persistent health challenges that demand local attention.
Below average, even for Indiana
Marion County trails Indiana's average life expectancy of 75.1 years by 2.1 years. With 21.7% reporting poor or fair health, the county ranks among Indiana's healthier counties for self-reported status. Yet the uninsured rate of 9.8% exceeds the state average of 8.4%, leaving thousands without coverage.
Urban center with unique challenges
Marion County's 73.0-year life expectancy is notably lower than nearby Monroe County (77.5 years) and Marshall County (75.9 years), despite having stronger primary care access at 78 providers per 100K. The county's 390 mental health providers per 100K rank among the state's highest, yet broader life expectancy gaps persist.
Coverage and care access vary widely
Nearly one in ten Marion County residents (9.8%) lack health insurance, meaning approximately 60,000 people navigate healthcare without coverage. The county offers strong mental health support with 390 providers per 100K, but primary care physician access at 78 per 100K remains uneven across neighborhoods.
Get covered—Marion County has options
With nearly 10% uninsured, now is the time to explore coverage. Visit healthcare.gov or contact a local navigator to see what Medicaid, Marketplace plans, or employer coverage is available to you. Financial help exists—many plans cost less than you think.
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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.