Hamilton County Health Data
Hamilton County, Ohio
Health Score
59/100
Average
Life Expectancy
75.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.5 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
110
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
497
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Hamilton County, Ohio
Hamilton County's health mirrors national averages
Hamilton County's life expectancy of 75.5 years tracks near the U.S. average, though its 20% poor/fair health rate reflects ongoing chronic disease challenges. As Ohio's second-largest county, Hamilton's mixed health outcomes shape regional trends.
Hamilton County slightly outpaces Ohio average
At 75.5 years, Hamilton County's life expectancy exceeds Ohio's average of 74.8 years, though its 20% poor/fair health rate suggests significant health management needs. The county's size and urban density shape both strengths in provider access and challenges in health equity.
Hamilton County urban health infrastructure advantage
Hamilton County's 75.5-year life expectancy matches Franklin County while trailing Greene County (77.3 years) and Geauga County (80 years). With 110 primary care providers per 100K and 497 mental health providers, Hamilton maintains robust urban healthcare infrastructure rivaling Ohio's largest metros.
Hamilton County's uninsured rate below state average
At 6.2% uninsured, Hamilton County performs better than Ohio's state average of 7.5%, though roughly 56,000 residents lack health coverage. Strong provider availability (110 primary care and 497 mental health per 100K) makes insurance access the primary barrier rather than infrastructure.
Close coverage gaps in Greater Cincinnati
With 6.2% of Hamilton County uninsured, reaching that remaining 56,000 residents is critical to improving health outcomes across Cincinnati. Visit healthcare.gov or contact Hamilton County's health department to connect uninsured neighbors with affordable marketplace plans and Medicaid options.
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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.