Owen County Health Data
Owen County, Indiana
Health Score
38/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
72.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
72.8 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
State avg 8.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
14
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
102
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Owen County, Indiana
Owen County Faces Serious Health Crisis
At 72.8 years, Owen County's life expectancy is 3.3 years below the U.S. average of 76.1 years, representing one of the lowest in the nation. The 20.9% poor/fair health rate is substantially higher than the national median, indicating severe daily health challenges for residents.
Indiana's Most Troubled Health Indicators
Owen County's 72.8-year life expectancy falls 2.3 years below Indiana's 75.1-year average—the lowest in the state—reflecting critical health disparities. The uninsured rate of 8.9% exceeds the state average of 8.4%, compounding access barriers for a vulnerable population.
Significantly Behind Regional Peers
Owen County's 72.8-year life expectancy is 5.2 years shorter than Ohio County (78.0) and 2.5+ years below Orange and Pike counties, indicating a profound regional health divide. Primary care access at just 14 providers per 100K is the lowest among nearby counties, creating a critical shortage.
Provider Shortages Compound Coverage Gaps
With 8.9% of residents uninsured and only 14 primary care providers per 100K—the lowest in its region—Owen County faces severe healthcare access barriers. Mental health support is available at 102 per 100K, but limited primary care means many residents can't access basic preventive services or manage chronic diseases effectively.
Coverage and Care: Urgent Action Needed
Owen County residents must prioritize health insurance enrollment—without coverage, managing health conditions becomes financially devastating and medically impossible. Call 211 or visit healthcare.gov immediately to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, or community health programs that can save your life.
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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.