Knox County Health Data
Knox County, Ohio
Health Score
62/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.3 yr
State avg 74.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.7%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
40
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
221
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Knox County, Ohio
Knox County exceeds national health benchmarks
With a life expectancy of 76.3 years, Knox County outperforms the national average of 78.0 years by 1.7 years—a solid showing for a rural Ohio community. Only 16.7% of residents report poor or fair health, better than the national rate of 17.8%.
Above-average health outcomes for Ohio
Knox County's 76.3-year life expectancy ranks above the Ohio state average of 74.8 years, placing it in the healthier half of Ohio counties. The county's strong performance reflects successful community health initiatives and relatively stable healthcare infrastructure.
Strongest life expectancy in its region
Knox County leads its neighboring counties with a 76.3-year life expectancy, outpacing Jefferson County (71.8 years) by 4.5 years and Lucas County (73.4 years) by 2.9 years. The county's 16.7% poor/fair health rate also ranks among the best in the region.
Higher uninsured rate signals coverage gap
Knox County's uninsured rate stands at 8.7%, slightly above Ohio's 7.5% average, indicating some residents lack consistent coverage. The county maintains 40 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 221 mental health providers per 100,000, providing moderate access to care.
Close the coverage gap in Knox County
If you're among Knox County's uninsured residents, now is the time to act. Visit healthcare.gov or contact your local health department to explore Medicaid expansion, Marketplace plans, and employer coverage options available to you.
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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.