Wayne County Health Data

Wayne County, Indiana

Health Score

38/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.3 yr

State avg 75.1 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.4%

State avg 8.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

60

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

504

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Wayne County, Indiana

Wayne County's Health Gap

At 72.3 years, Wayne County's life expectancy trails the U.S. average of 76.4 years by more than four years. One in five residents report poor or fair health, well above the national rate of 18%, signaling persistent health challenges across the population.

Bottom Quarter in Indiana

Wayne County ranks near the bottom of Indiana's 92 counties for life expectancy, falling 2.8 years below the state average of 75.1 years. The county's 21.1% poor/fair health rate significantly exceeds Indiana's typical health profile, placing it among the state's least healthy communities.

Struggling Among Peers

Wayne County's 72.3-year life expectancy lags neighboring Wells County (76.7 years) by over four years and trails Whitley County (77.8 years) by 5.5 years. While the county matches the state average uninsured rate of 8.4%, it has fewer primary care providers (60 per 100K) than Wells County (46 per 100K would suggest comparable need despite lower provider density).

Healthcare Access Under Pressure

Wayne County's 8.4% uninsured rate matches the state average, but residents face notable provider shortages—60 primary care doctors per 100,000 people and just 504 mental health providers per 100,000, creating long wait times for both. Daily healthcare reality means some residents travel 30+ minutes for routine care or mental health support.

Find Your Health Coverage Now

If you're among Wayne County's uninsured, explore options through Indiana's health marketplace or Medicaid during open enrollment. Contact 211 Indiana or visit indy.gov/health to connect with coverage counselors who can walk you through your options at no cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Wayne County, IN?
Wayne County has a health score of 38/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #83 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 Wayne County?
Life expectancy in Wayne County is 72.3 years. The Indiana state average is 75.1 years, making Wayne County below the state average.
How does Wayne County health compare to the Indiana average?
Wayne County's health score of 38/100 is below the Indiana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 72.3 years vs. the state average of 75.1 years. The uninsured rate is 8.4% vs. 8.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Wayne County?
Key health factors for Wayne County include: life expectancy (72.3 years), uninsured rate (8.4%), and primary care physician access (60:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 504:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Wayne County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 38/100 ("Below Average"), Wayne County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Indiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.3 years. 8.4% 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 Wayne County?
Wayne County's health score of 38/100 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.