Allen County Health Data
Allen County, Ohio
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
49/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
74.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.3 yr
State avg 74.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
65
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
311
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
21.7%
State avg 19.6%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
22.6
per 100K residentsCDC: 64.9 per 100K
Dentists
6.9
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
12.8
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 Allen County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Allen | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 40.0% | 39.0% | 37.6% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 12.2% | 11.3% | 11.2% | 0.9 pts worse than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.3% | 34.0% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 28.2% | 27.2% | 24.1% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Allen | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 17.6% | 17.5% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% | 18.3% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.1% | 27.9% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Allen | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 79.3% | 77.2% | 74.9% | 2.1 pts better than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 57.0% | 60.0% | 57.3% | 3.0 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 71.9% | 73.9% | 73.3% | 2.0 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Allen | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 19.5% | 19.5% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 41.5% | 39.4% | 37.3% | 2.1 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Allen 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
Allen County Uninsured Rate Is Lower Than State Levels
Health data brief for Allen County, Ohio.
In Allen County, 6.8% of the population is uninsured, a rate that is lower than the Ohio average of 7.5% and the national average of 10%. This coverage level is a central feature of the county's demographic health data. Regarding provider availability, there are 311 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national median of 250 per 100,000. Primary care provider density is 65 per 100,000, slightly lower than the national median of 70. Other data points include a life expectancy of 74.3 years, which is lower than the state average of 74.8 years and the national average of 77 years. Additionally, 21.7% of residents report being in poor or fair health, compared to the national benchmark of 17%. These statistics are compiled from the CDC and NPPES. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Allen County, Ohio
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.
Hospitals near you
Compare all on Medicare.gov →Mercy Health St Ritas Medical Center
ERLima Memorial Health System
ERInstitute For Orthopaedic Surgery
eHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Allen County residents.
Compare Plans →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Allen County, OH?
What is the life expectancy in Allen County?
How does Allen County health compare to the Ohio average?
What health factors affect Allen County?
Is Allen County a healthy place to live?
What are the biggest health challenges in Allen County?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.