Crawford County Health Data

Crawford County, Ohio

Health Score

42/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.4 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.5%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

36

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

142

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Crawford County, Ohio

Crawford falls behind on life expectancy

At 73.4 years, Crawford County residents live nearly 6 years less than the U.S. average of 79.1 years. The county's 22% poor or fair health rating also exceeds the national average of 18%, signaling persistent health challenges that deserve attention.

Below average health ranking in Ohio

Crawford's life expectancy of 73.4 years trails Ohio's state average of 74.8 years by 1.4 years. With nearly one-quarter of residents reporting poor or fair health, the county ranks among the lower-performing counties statewide.

Neighbors show better health trends

Nearby Darke County (75.5 years) and Defiance County (76.2 years) both outpace Crawford's life expectancy significantly. Crawford faces steeper health challenges than most adjacent counties, suggesting local factors may warrant targeted intervention.

Provider shortages limit healthcare access

Crawford has just 36 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—well below the national benchmark of 93 per 100K. With 7.5% of residents uninsured and limited mental health resources, timely healthcare access remains a barrier for many.

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If you're among Crawford's 7.5% uninsured residents, you have options. Visit Healthcare.gov or contact Ohio's Medicaid program to explore coverage that fits your needs and budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Crawford County, OH?
Crawford County has a health score of 42/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #65 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 Crawford County?
Life expectancy in Crawford County is 73.4 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Crawford County below the state average.
How does Crawford County health compare to the Ohio average?
Crawford County's health score of 42/100 is below the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 73.4 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.5% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Crawford County?
Key health factors for Crawford County include: life expectancy (73.4 years), uninsured rate (7.5%), and primary care physician access (36:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 142:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Crawford County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 42/100 ("Below Average"), Crawford County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.4 years. 7.5% 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 Crawford County?
Crawford 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.