Tipton County Health Data

Tipton County, Indiana

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

66/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.9 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.4%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

26

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

72

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.2%

State avg 18.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

6.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 26.0 per 100K

Dentists

13.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

13.0

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

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 Tipton County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureTiptonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity36.5%39.8%37.6%3.3 pts better than state
Diabetes10.4%11.3%11.2%0.9 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure32.9%34.7%33.5%1.8 pts better than state
Depression26.7%26.7%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureTiptonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.2%17.6%16.3%1.4 pts better than state
Binge Drinking18.9%17.9%17.8%1.0 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity22.8%25.2%27.0%2.4 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureTiptonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.7%77.6%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)63.9%59.5%57.3%4.4 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.7%74.2%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureTiptonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.5%19.2%18.6%0.7 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration34.9%37.6%37.3%2.7 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Tipton County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Tipton County Primary Care Ratios Trail National Median

Health data brief for Tipton County, Indiana.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Tipton County has 26 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is significantly lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health provider ratios are also lower at 72 per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 250. However, life expectancy in the county is 75.9 years, slightly higher than the Indiana state average of 75.1 years but lower than the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 7.4%, lower than the state average of 8.4% and the national rate of 10%. About 16.2% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is slightly below the national average of 17%. These figures provide a look at the clinical and health status landscape in the county. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Tipton 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.

Indiana University Health Tipton Hospital Inc

ER
3/5
(765) 675-8500
1000 S Main St, Tipton, IN 46072
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Other

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Tipton County, IN?
Tipton County has a health score of 66/100, rated "Average." It ranks #20 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 Tipton County?
Life expectancy in Tipton County is 75.9 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Tipton County above the state average.
How does Tipton County health compare to the Indiana average?
Tipton County's health score of 66/100 is above the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 75.9 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.4% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Tipton County?
Key health factors for Tipton County include: life expectancy (75.9 years), uninsured rate (7.4%), and primary care physician access (26:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 72:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Tipton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 66/100 ("Average"), Tipton County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.9 years. 7.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Tipton County healthier than the Indiana average?
Tipton County's health score of 66/100 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. Tipton County has better primary care access (26:1 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.