Whitley County Health Data
Whitley County, Indiana
Health Score
76/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
77.8 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.8 yr
State avg 75.1 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
State avg 8.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
58
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
121
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Whitley County, Indiana
Whitley County Among the Healthiest
At 77.8 years, Whitley County residents live more than 1.4 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years, placing the county in the nation's top tier for longevity. Just 16.3% report poor or fair health—nearly two points better than the national average—reflecting sustained community wellness.
Top Health Outcomes in Indiana
Whitley County's 77.8-year life expectancy ranks it in the top 10% of Indiana's 92 counties, exceeding the state average of 75.1 years by 2.7 years. The county's 16.3% poor/fair health rate is among Indiana's best, demonstrating strong preventive care and health management practices.
Leader of the Four-County Region
Whitley County's 77.8-year life expectancy outpaces Wayne County by 5.5 years, Wells County by 1.1 years, and White County by 2.5 years—the clear health leader in the region. At 6.6% uninsured and 58 primary care providers per 100K, Whitley County combines strong coverage and accessible primary care.
Access and Coverage Working Together
Whitley County's 6.6% uninsured rate ranks among Indiana's lowest, and with 58 primary care doctors per 100,000, most residents can connect quickly with routine care. The county's robust mental health provider network (121 per 100K) is notably robust and supports comprehensive behavioral health access.
Maintain Whitley's Health Leadership
With the state's best health outcomes, Whitley County's advantage depends on keeping coverage strong—confirm your insurance is current and encourage uninsured neighbors to enroll. Visit Indiana's health marketplace or call 211 Indiana to make sure no one in your community falls through coverage gaps.
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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.