Fulton County Health Data

Fulton County, Ohio

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

62/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

38

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

157

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

20.0%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

16.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 37.7 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

2.4

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 Fulton County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureFultonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity36.8%39.0%37.6%2.2 pts better than state
Diabetes10.7%11.3%11.2%0.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure32.3%34.0%33.5%1.7 pts better than state
Depression25.9%27.2%24.1%1.3 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureFultonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.4%17.5%16.3%2.1 pts better than state
Binge Drinking18.5%18.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity25.7%27.9%27.0%2.2 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureFultonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.7%77.2%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)59.6%60.0%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)74.3%73.9%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureFultonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%19.5%18.6%0.9 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration37.7%39.4%37.3%1.7 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Fulton County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Fulton County Primary Care Ratio Trails State and National Medians

Health data brief for Fulton County, Ohio.

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

Fulton County has 38 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents, a concentration notably lower than the national median of 70 and the 102 providers per 100,000 seen in nearby Franklin County. Meanwhile, the county’s uninsured rate is 6.2%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 7.5% and the national average of 10%. Residents report a poor or fair health rate of 20.0%, which is higher than the national average of 17%. The mental health provider ratio is 157 per 100,000, compared to the national median of 250. Life expectancy in Fulton County is 76.4 years, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 74.8 years but remains below the national average of 77 years. These metrics provide a snapshot of health care access and resident outcomes based on recent census and provider data. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Fulton 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.

Fulton County Health Center

ER
3/5
(419) 335-2015
725 South Shoop Avenue, Wauseon, OH 43567
Critical Access 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 Fulton County, OH?
Fulton County has a health score of 62/100, rated "Average." It ranks #27 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 Fulton County?
Life expectancy in Fulton County is 76.4 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Fulton County above the state average.
How does Fulton County health compare to the Ohio average?
Fulton County's health score of 62/100 is above the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 76.4 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 6.2% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Fulton County?
Key health factors for Fulton County include: life expectancy (76.4 years), uninsured rate (6.2%), and primary care physician access (38:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 157:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Fulton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 62/100 ("Average"), Fulton County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.4 years. 6.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Fulton County healthier than the Ohio average?
Fulton County's health score of 62/100 exceeds the Ohio average of 55/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Fulton County has better primary care access (38:1 ratio) than the state average (48:1).

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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.