Columbiana County Health Data

Columbiana County, Ohio

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

20.7%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

35.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 29.6 per 100K

Dentists

4.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

9.9

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 Columbiana County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureColumbianaState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.0%39.0%37.6%2.0 pts worse than state
Diabetes11.8%11.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure35.4%34.0%33.5%1.4 pts worse than state
Depression26.7%27.2%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureColumbianaState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.0%17.5%16.3%1.5 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking19.6%18.3%17.8%1.3 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity29.8%27.9%27.0%1.9 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureColumbianaState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.0%77.2%74.9%1.2 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)57.8%60.0%57.3%2.2 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.2%73.9%73.3%1.7 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureColumbianaState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.9%19.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration43.1%39.4%37.3%3.7 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Columbiana County nationally on short sleep duration.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Primary Care Provider Ratio Low in Columbiana County

Health data brief for Columbiana County, Ohio.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

In Columbiana County, there are 30 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is less than half of the national median of 70 per 100,000. The mental health provider ratio is 167 per 100,000 residents, also lower than the national median of 250. The county's uninsured rate is 9.1%, which is higher than the state average of 7.5% but remains below the national average of 10%. Life expectancy for residents is 74.0 years, lower than both the Ohio average of 74.8 years and the national average of 77 years. Furthermore, 20.7% of adults report being in poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. These statistics are drawn from federal datasets and represent documented health metrics for the county without attributing them to specific local causes. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology for further information.

Get Care in Columbiana 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.

East Liverpool City Hospital

ER
3/5
(330) 385-7200
425 West 5th Street, East Liverpool, OH 43920
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Salem Regional Medical Center

ER
3/5
(330) 332-7214
1995 East State Street, Salem, OH 44460
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.