Spencer County Health Data
Spencer County, Indiana
Health Score
70/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.3 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
State avg 8.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
35
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
45
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Spencer County, Indiana
Spencer County outlives the nation
At 76.3 years, Spencer County residents live longer than the U.S. average of 76.1 years. Just 16.2% report poor or fair health, a better rate than many American counties facing chronic disease challenges.
Well above Indiana average
Spencer County's 76.3-year life expectancy beats Indiana's state average of 75.1 years by more than a year. This strong performance places the county among Indiana's healthier communities.
Outperforming regional peers
Spencer County residents enjoy better health outcomes than nearby Starke County (72.2 years) and Switzerland County (74.0 years). The county's 16.2% poor/fair health rate also ranks favorably against regional neighbors struggling with higher rates.
Good access, low uninsured rate
Spencer County's 6.9% uninsured rate is significantly below Indiana's 8.4% average, ensuring most residents have healthcare coverage. With 35 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 45 mental health providers per 100,000, healthcare access remains solid.
Keep Spencer County protected
While Spencer County leads on coverage, the 6.9% without insurance still deserve options. Visit healthcare.gov or contact the Indiana Health Coverage Programs to explore plans and ensure every resident stays protected.
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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.