Columbiana County Health Data

Columbiana County, Ohio

Health Score

42/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

167

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Columbiana County, Ohio

Columbiana County life expectancy below national average

At 74.0 years, Columbiana County residents live 0.5 years below the U.S. average of 73.5 years—a modest but meaningful gap. With 20.7% reporting poor or fair health, just below the national average of 21%, the county shows broadly typical health challenges.

Modestly below Ohio average on longevity

Columbiana County's 74.0-year life expectancy trails Ohio's state average of 74.8 years by less than a year. Its 20.7% poor/fair health rate is slightly above the state norm, indicating room for improvement.

Mid-range outcomes with coverage challenges

Columbiana County's 74.0-year life expectancy places it between stronger performers like Champaign (75.7) and weaker ones like Clark (72.3). Its 9.1% uninsured rate is the second-highest among regional peers, above the state average of 7.5%.

Limited primary care, fragmented coverage

Columbiana County has only 30 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—below regional averages—and 167 mental health providers per 100,000. With 9.1% of residents uninsured, over 1 in 11 people lack health coverage, creating significant barriers to preventive and mental health care.

Coverage gaps put health at risk

Columbiana County's limited primary care network and high uninsured rate mean many residents struggle to access routine care; getting insured is essential. Visit healthcare.gov or contact a local community health center to find affordable coverage and connect with available providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Columbiana County, OH?
Columbiana County has a health score of 42/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #67 out of 88 counties in Ohio (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 Columbiana County?
Life expectancy in Columbiana County is 74.0 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Columbiana County below the state average.
How does Columbiana County health compare to the Ohio average?
Columbiana County's health score of 42/100 is below the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 74.0 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 9.1% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Columbiana County?
Key health factors for Columbiana County include: life expectancy (74.0 years), uninsured rate (9.1%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 167:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Columbiana County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 42/100 ("Below Average"), Columbiana County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.0 years. 9.1% 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 Columbiana County?
Columbiana County's health score of 42/100 is below the Ohio average of 55/100. 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.