Cuyahoga County Health Data
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Health Score
57/100
Average
Life Expectancy
75.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.4 yr
State avg 74.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.0%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
111
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
510
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Cuyahoga health slightly above average
Cuyahoga County's life expectancy of 75.4 years sits just below the U.S. average of 79.1 years, with a 19.5% poor or fair health rate that's comparable to national patterns. The county's health profile reflects modest but measurable health status challenges.
Outperforming Ohio average on longevity
At 75.4 years, Cuyahoga's life expectancy exceeds Ohio's 74.8-year state average. The county's 19.5% poor or fair health rating performs better than several peer counties, positioning it above the state middle tier.
Urban advantage drives provider access
With 111 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 510 mental health providers per 100K, Cuyahoga dramatically outpaces rural neighbors like Crawford (36 primary care providers). This urban concentration of healthcare infrastructure supports better health outcomes across the region.
Strong access with few uninsured
Just 7.0% of Cuyahoga residents lack health insurance—matching Ohio's state rate and reflecting strong coverage infrastructure. The county's abundant primary and mental health providers mean most residents can access care relatively quickly.
Make sure you stay covered
Cuyahoga's low uninsured rate shows insurance works. If you're uninsured or underinsured, check Healthcare.gov or call 211 Ohio to confirm your coverage aligns with your healthcare needs.
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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.