Switzerland County Health Data
Switzerland County, Indiana
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
45/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
74.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.0 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.3%
State avg 8.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
50
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
19.3%
State avg 18.9%
National avg 19.6%
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 Switzerland County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Switzerland | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 39.9% | 39.8% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 11.7% | 11.3% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% | 34.7% | 33.5% | 1.6 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 28.4% | 26.7% | 24.1% | 1.7 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Switzerland | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 20.5% | 17.6% | 16.3% | 2.9 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% | 17.9% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% | 25.2% | 27.0% | 2.7 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Switzerland | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 76.6% | 77.6% | 74.9% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 56.6% | 59.5% | 57.3% | 2.9 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 73.6% | 74.2% | 73.3% | 0.6 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Switzerland | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 20.5% | 19.2% | 18.6% | 1.3 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 38.0% | 37.6% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Switzerland County nationally on current cigarette smoking.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Limited Mental Health Provider Availability in Switzerland County
Health data brief for Switzerland County, Indiana.
Switzerland County has 50 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is one-fifth of the national median of 250 per 100,000. Data regarding primary care provider ratios was not available for the county. Life expectancy for residents is 74.0 years, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 75.1 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 9.3%, higher than the state average of 8.4% but lower than the national average of 10%. Additionally, 19.3% of residents report being in poor or fair health, a rate that is higher than the national average of 17%. These figures reflect local trends in provider access and general health outcomes. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Switzerland 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.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Switzerland County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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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.