Vermillion County Health Data

Vermillion County, Indiana

Health Score

48/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.3 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

59

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

136

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Vermillion County, Indiana

Vermillion struggles with health perception gap

At 74.3 years, Vermillion County residents live 2.1 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.4 years, but the county's 20.9% poor/fair health rate is notably higher. This combination suggests residents not only live shorter lives but experience lower quality of life and more chronic disease before death.

Worst health perception rate in Indiana

Vermillion County's 20.9% poor/fair health rate is the highest among all eight counties analyzed and well above Indiana's average, indicating serious population health challenges. At 74.3 years, life expectancy falls 0.8 years below the state average, placing Vermillion in the lower quartile statewide.

Highest disease burden among peers

Vermillion County's 20.9% poor/fair health rate dramatically exceeds nearby Warrick (13.8%) and Warren (18.0%), marking it as the most health-challenged county in the region. Even with 59 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, the county struggles with what appears to be deep-rooted chronic disease and limited health management.

Adequate providers, limited health outcomes

Vermillion County offers 59 primary care providers and 136 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, providing reasonable access relative to rural Indiana. Yet the persistently high self-reported poor/fair health suggests barriers including poverty, transportation, health literacy, or behavioral health crises that extra providers alone cannot solve.

Get covered and get healthier

With 7.4% uninsured, Vermillion County's gaps in health insurance affect thousands who could benefit from preventive care and chronic disease management. Contact the Indiana Department of Human Services or visit healthcare.gov to explore Medicaid eligibility, subsidized marketplace plans, and free community health screenings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Vermillion County, IN?
Vermillion County has a health score of 48/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #55 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 Vermillion County?
Life expectancy in Vermillion County is 74.3 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Vermillion County below the state average.
How does Vermillion County health compare to the Indiana average?
Vermillion County's health score of 48/100 is below the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.3 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 7.4% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Vermillion County?
Key health factors for Vermillion County include: life expectancy (74.3 years), uninsured rate (7.4%), and primary care physician access (59:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 136:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Vermillion County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 48/100 ("Below Average"), Vermillion County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.3 years. 7.4% 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 Vermillion County?
Vermillion County's health score of 48/100 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.