Vermilion Parish Health Data

Vermilion Parish, Louisiana

Health Score

42/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

State avg 72.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.2%

State avg 8.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana

Living longer than the nation

Vermilion Parish residents live to 74.1 years on average, beating the U.S. life expectancy of 73.5 years. Just 22.1% report being in poor or fair health, suggesting relatively strong health outcomes despite Louisiana's reputation as a challenging health state.

Above average for Louisiana

At 74.1 years, Vermilion's life expectancy outpaces Louisiana's state average of 72.5 years by 1.6 years. The parish ranks as one of Louisiana's healthier communities, with fewer residents reporting poor or fair health than the state norm.

Regional health leader

Vermilion Parish outperforms most neighboring parishes: its 74.1-year life expectancy exceeds Vernon Parish (73.0) and West Carroll Parish (71.7). The 22.1% poor/fair health rate sits between the healthiest neighbors and those facing greater challenges.

Good access, low uninsured rate

Only 8.2% of Vermilion residents lack health insurance—essentially matching the state average. The parish offers 42 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 58 mental health providers per 100,000, providing reasonable access to both preventive and behavioral care.

Keep health coverage strong

With an uninsured rate near the state average, Vermilion residents should verify their coverage annually through Louisiana's health insurance marketplace. Explore options at louisiana.gov/dhh or visit a local navigator to ensure continuous, affordable coverage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Vermilion Parish, LA?
Vermilion Parish has a health score of 42/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #19 out of 64 counties in Louisiana (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 Vermilion Parish?
Life expectancy in Vermilion Parish is 74.1 years. The Louisiana state average is 72.5 years, making Vermilion Parish above the state average.
How does Vermilion Parish health compare to the Louisiana average?
Vermilion Parish's health score of 42/100 is above the Louisiana average of 36/100. Life expectancy is 74.1 years vs. the state average of 72.5 years. The uninsured rate is 8.2% vs. 8.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Vermilion Parish?
Key health factors for Vermilion Parish include: life expectancy (74.1 years), uninsured rate (8.2%), and primary care physician access (42:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 58:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Vermilion Parish a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 42/100 ("Below Average"), Vermilion Parish faces health challenges compared to other counties in Louisiana. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.1 years. 8.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Vermilion Parish healthier than the Louisiana average?
Vermilion Parish's health score of 42/100 exceeds the Louisiana average of 36/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Vermilion Parish has better primary care access (42:1 ratio) than the state average (44:1).

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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.