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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Spencer County, IN?
Spencer County has a health score of 70/100, rated "Average." It ranks #14 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 Spencer County?
Life expectancy in Spencer County is 76.3 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Spencer County above the state average.
How does Spencer County health compare to the Indiana average?
Spencer County's health score of 70/100 is above the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 76.3 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 6.9% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Spencer County?
Key health factors for Spencer County include: life expectancy (76.3 years), uninsured rate (6.9%), and primary care physician access (35:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 45:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Spencer County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 70/100 ("Average"), Spencer County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.3 years. 6.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Spencer County healthier than the Indiana average?
Spencer County's health score of 70/100 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. Spencer County has better primary care access (35:1 ratio) than the state average (49:1).

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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.