Orange County Health Data

Orange County, Indiana

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

49/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.2 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.5%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

76

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.7%

State avg 18.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

15.2

per 100K residentsCDC: 40.3 per 100K

Dentists

5.1

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

5.1

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 Orange County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureOrangeState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.5%39.8%37.6%near state average
Diabetes11.5%11.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure35.4%34.7%33.5%0.7 pts worse than state
Depression28.4%26.7%24.1%1.7 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureOrangeState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.6%17.6%16.3%2.0 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.9%17.9%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity26.9%25.2%27.0%1.7 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureOrangeState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.3%77.6%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)59.1%59.5%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)74.3%74.2%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureOrangeState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.5%19.2%18.6%1.3 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration40.4%37.6%37.3%2.8 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Orange County nationally on short sleep duration.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Orange County Life Expectancy Lower Than State and National Averages

Health data brief for Orange County, Indiana.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Orange County is 74.2 years, falling below the Indiana state average of 75.1 years and the national average of 77 years. The county also reports a mental health provider ratio of 76 per 100,000 residents, which is significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. About 18.7% of residents describe their health as poor or fair, exceeding the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 8.5%, which matches the state average of 8.4% and is lower than the national average of 10%. Additionally, Orange County has 40 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, trailing the national median of 70. These data points provide an overview of current health trends in the region. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Orange 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.

Indiana University Health Paoli Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(812) 723-2811
642 W Hospital Rd, Paoli, IN 47454
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 Orange County, IN?
Orange County has a health score of 49/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #53 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 Orange County?
Life expectancy in Orange County is 74.2 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Orange County below the state average.
How does Orange County health compare to the Indiana average?
Orange County's health score of 49/100 is below the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.2 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 8.5% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Orange County?
Key health factors for Orange County include: life expectancy (74.2 years), uninsured rate (8.5%), and primary care physician access (40:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 76:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Orange County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 49/100 ("Below Average"), Orange County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.2 years. 8.5% 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 Orange County?
Orange County's health score of 49/100 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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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.