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.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Knox County, OH?
Knox County has a health score of 62/100, rated "Average." It ranks #28 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 Knox County?
Life expectancy in Knox County is 76.3 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Knox County above the state average.
How does Knox County health compare to the Ohio average?
Knox County's health score of 62/100 is above the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 76.3 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 8.7% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Knox County?
Key health factors for Knox County include: life expectancy (76.3 years), uninsured rate (8.7%), and primary care physician access (40:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 221:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Knox County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 62/100 ("Average"), Knox County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.3 years. 8.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Knox County healthier than the Ohio average?
Knox 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. Knox County has better primary care access (40:1 ratio) than the state average (48:1).

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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.