Guernsey County Health Data

Guernsey County, Ohio

Health Score

36/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.5 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.3%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

37

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

265

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Guernsey County, Ohio

Guernsey County faces steep health decline

Guernsey County's life expectancy of 72.5 years lags the U.S. average by 3.6 years, with 22.6% reporting poor or fair health—among the worst rates in Ohio. The county's combination of low longevity and high health burden reflects deep rural and economic challenges.

Guernsey County ranks among Ohio's unhealthiest

At 72.5 years, Guernsey County's life expectancy falls 2.3 years below Ohio's state average of 74.8 years, placing it in the bottom tier. The county's 22.6% poor/fair health rate ranks among the state's worst, signaling concentrated poverty and chronic disease.

Guernsey's struggles mirror rural Appalachian Ohio

Guernsey County's 72.5-year life expectancy ranks second-lowest among surveyed counties, better only than Gallia (71.7 years), and trails Greene County by nearly 5 years. The county's sparse primary care network (37 per 100K) compounds access barriers in this economically struggling region.

Insurance barriers compound Guernsey's health crisis

Guernsey County's 8.3% uninsured rate matches Gallia County's, leaving nearly 2,000 residents without health coverage in a county already struggling with chronic disease. The county's critically low primary care provider density (37 per 100K) means even insured residents face severe access barriers.

Guernsey County: Get health coverage now

With 8.3% uninsured and severe health challenges, Guernsey County residents must prioritize health coverage immediately. Call 1-800-318-2596 or visit healthcare.gov to explore Medicaid expansion and marketplace subsidies designed for counties facing economic hardship.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Guernsey County, OH?
Guernsey County has a health score of 36/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #77 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 Guernsey County?
Life expectancy in Guernsey County is 72.5 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Guernsey County below the state average.
How does Guernsey County health compare to the Ohio average?
Guernsey County's health score of 36/100 is below the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 72.5 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 8.3% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Guernsey County?
Key health factors for Guernsey County include: life expectancy (72.5 years), uninsured rate (8.3%), and primary care physician access (37:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 265:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Guernsey County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 36/100 ("Below Average"), Guernsey County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.5 years. 8.3% 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 Guernsey County?
Guernsey County's health score of 36/100 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.