Monroe County Health Data

Monroe County, Indiana

Health Score

76/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

59

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

365

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Monroe County, Indiana

Monroe County leads on health outcomes

Monroe County residents live to 77.5 years, closing in on the U.S. average of 78.1 years—the highest life expectancy in this county group. Only 16.4% report poor or fair health, matching the national average, and just 6.2% lack health insurance, below the U.S. average. Monroe County demonstrates what robust health systems can achieve.

Indiana's best-performing county in this group

Monroe County's 77.5-year life expectancy exceeds Indiana's 75.1-year average by 2.4 years, the widest margin in this group. At 6.2% uninsured, Monroe leads the state's 8.4% average, and 16.4% reporting poor or fair health meets the national standard. These metrics place Monroe in elite company statewide.

Strong care infrastructure drives success

Monroe County's 77.5-year life expectancy far exceeds all neighbors—3.5 years longer than the second-highest (Marshall County at 75.9). The county's robust provider network—59 primary care and 365 mental health providers per 100K—supports high-quality routine and specialized care, directly translating to superior health outcomes.

Near-universal coverage and strong access

Monroe County's 6.2% uninsured rate means only about 1,600 residents lack coverage—the lowest percentage in this group. With 59 primary care providers per 100K and 365 mental health providers per 100K, residents enjoy both financial access and physical proximity to care, supporting preventive health and chronic disease management.

Monroe County: maintain your momentum

Even in a high-performing county, 6% without coverage is too high. If you're among the uninsured, visit healthcare.gov today to secure coverage. Monroe County's health success rests on all residents having access—let's close that final 6%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Monroe County, IN?
Monroe County has a health score of 76/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #7 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 Monroe County?
Life expectancy in Monroe County is 77.5 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Monroe County above the state average.
How does Monroe County health compare to the Indiana average?
Monroe County's health score of 76/100 is above the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 77.5 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 6.2% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Monroe County?
Key health factors for Monroe County include: life expectancy (77.5 years), uninsured rate (6.2%), and primary care physician access (59:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 365:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Monroe County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 76/100 ("Excellent"), Monroe County is one of the healthier counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.5 years. 6.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Monroe County healthier than the Indiana average?
Monroe County's health score of 76/100 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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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.