Hamilton County Health Data

Hamilton County, Ohio

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

20.0%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

24.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 109.7 per 100K

Dentists

5.2

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

16.1

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 Hamilton County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureHamiltonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.8%39.0%37.6%3.2 pts better than state
Diabetes11.9%11.3%11.2%0.6 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure33.9%34.0%33.5%near state average
Depression25.9%27.2%24.1%1.3 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureHamiltonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.3%17.5%16.3%3.2 pts better than state
Binge Drinking18.0%18.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity23.8%27.9%27.0%4.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureHamiltonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup78.7%77.2%74.9%1.5 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)59.6%60.0%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)78.6%73.9%73.3%4.7 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureHamiltonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.9%19.5%18.6%1.6 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration39.7%39.4%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Hamilton County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

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

Data Story

Hamilton County Leads in Primary Care Provider Concentration

Health data brief for Hamilton County, Ohio.

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

Hamilton County features 110 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, a ratio significantly higher than the national median of 70 and the Ohio state average. The mental health provider ratio is also high at 497 per 100,000, nearly double the national median of 250. 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%. Despite these provider levels, 20.0% of residents report poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Life expectancy is 75.5 years, which is higher than the state average of 74.8 years but lower than the national average of 77 years. These figures provide a summary of clinical capacity and public health outcomes from recorded provider data and census surveys. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Hamilton 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.

Christ Hospital

ER
5/5
(513) 585-2000
2139 Auburn Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45219
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Mercy Health-anderson Hospital

ER
4/5
(513) 624-4500
7500 State Road, Cincinnati, OH 45255
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

the Jewish Hospital-mercy Health

ER
4/5
(513) 686-3000
4777 East Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236
Acute Care 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 Hamilton County, OH?
Hamilton County has a health score of 59/100, rated "Average." It ranks #33 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 Hamilton County?
Life expectancy in Hamilton County is 75.5 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Hamilton County above the state average.
How does Hamilton County health compare to the Ohio average?
Hamilton County's health score of 59/100 is above the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 75.5 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 6.2% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Hamilton County?
Key health factors for Hamilton County include: life expectancy (75.5 years), uninsured rate (6.2%), and primary care physician access (110:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 497:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hamilton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 59/100 ("Average"), Hamilton County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.5 years. 6.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Hamilton County healthier than the Ohio average?
Hamilton County's health score of 59/100 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.

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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.