Switzerland County Health Data

Switzerland County, Indiana

Health 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

Data Story

About Health in Switzerland County, Indiana

Switzerland County faces health headwinds

At 74.0 years, Switzerland County's life expectancy trails the U.S. average of 76.1 years by 2.1 years. Nearly 1 in 5 residents report poor or fair health, indicating prevalent chronic disease.

Below Indiana's average performance

Switzerland County's 74.0-year life expectancy falls notably below Indiana's 75.1-year state average. The county requires focused attention on population health and disease prevention.

Lower life expectancy in regional context

Switzerland County ranks among the lower-performing counties in this region, ahead of only Starke (72.2 years). Its 19.3% poor/fair health rate reflects significant health challenges.

Coverage concern, primary care data limited

Switzerland County's 9.3% uninsured rate ranks highest in this county group, exceeding Indiana's 8.4% average. Primary care provider data is unavailable, but 50 mental health providers per 100,000 suggests moderate mental health capacity.

Act now on healthcare coverage

Switzerland County's above-average uninsured rate demands urgent attention. Visit healthcare.gov or call Indiana Health Coverage Programs at 1-877-438-4479 to find affordable plans and connect with available providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Switzerland County, IN?
Switzerland County has a health score of 45/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #66 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 Switzerland County?
Life expectancy in Switzerland County is 74.0 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Switzerland County below the state average.
How does Switzerland County health compare to the Indiana average?
Switzerland County's health score of 45/100 is below the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.0 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 9.3% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Switzerland County?
Key health factors for Switzerland County include: life expectancy (74.0 years), uninsured rate (9.3%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 50:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Switzerland County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 45/100 ("Below Average"), Switzerland County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.0 years. 9.3% 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 Switzerland County?
Switzerland County's health score of 45/100 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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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.