Madison County Health Data

Madison County, Ohio

Health Score

57/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.1%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

32

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

126

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Madison County, Ohio

Madison County lives longer than most

At 76.2 years, Madison County residents live 3.8 years longer than the U.S. average of 72.4 years, placing them well above the national median. Only 20.4% report poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 21%, signaling strong overall wellness. This county outperforms most of America on longevity.

Outpacing Ohio's health average

Madison County's 76.2-year life expectancy exceeds Ohio's state average of 74.8 years by 1.4 years, ranking it among the healthier counties statewide. The uninsured rate of 7.1% is slightly below Ohio's 7.5%, showing better insurance coverage than the state norm. Residents benefit from above-average health outcomes across the board.

Middle of the pack regionally

Madison County's life expectancy of 76.2 years places it ahead of Marion County (73.7) and Mahoning County (73.4), but behind nearby Medina County (79.0). Its 20.4% poor/fair health rate matches Mahoning's exactly, though Madison residents live measurably longer. Compared to struggling Meigs County at 70.8 years, Madison is a relative health haven.

Moderate access, limited primary care

Madison County has 32 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—well below the national adequacy threshold—but compensates with 126 mental health providers per 100,000, exceeding many peers. The 7.1% uninsured rate means roughly 2,800 adults lack coverage, creating gaps in routine preventive care. Access to family doctors remains a challenge for residents seeking regular checkups.

Check your health coverage today

With 7.1% of Madison County residents uninsured, exploring options through Ohio's health marketplace or Medicaid could improve access to preventive care and mental health services. Visit healthcare.gov or contact a local health department to learn about enrollment periods and subsidies. Coverage opens doors to the primary care and mental health providers your community offers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Madison County, OH?
Madison County has a health score of 57/100, rated "Average." It ranks #39 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 Madison County?
Life expectancy in Madison County is 76.2 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Madison County above the state average.
How does Madison County health compare to the Ohio average?
Madison County's health score of 57/100 is above the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 76.2 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.1% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Madison County?
Key health factors for Madison County include: life expectancy (76.2 years), uninsured rate (7.1%), and primary care physician access (32:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 126:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Madison County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 57/100 ("Average"), Madison County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.2 years. 7.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Madison County healthier than the Ohio average?
Madison County's health score of 57/100 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. Madison County has better primary care access (32:1 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.