Mahoning County Health Data

Mahoning County, Ohio

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

50/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.4 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.4%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

103

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

474

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

20.4%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

20.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 102.8 per 100K

Dentists

7.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

15.9

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 Mahoning County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMahoningState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.9%39.0%37.6%near state average
Diabetes11.8%11.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure34.1%34.0%33.5%near state average
Depression25.9%27.2%24.1%1.3 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMahoningState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.6%17.5%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking17.0%18.3%17.8%1.3 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity26.5%27.9%27.0%1.4 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMahoningState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.3%77.2%74.9%0.9 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)59.6%60.0%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)76.7%73.9%73.3%2.8 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMahoningState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.4%19.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration42.7%39.4%37.3%3.3 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Mahoning County nationally on short sleep duration.

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

Data Story

Mahoning County mental health provider access exceeds national median

Health data brief for Mahoning County, Ohio.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Mahoning County records 474 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, significantly higher than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The county also reports 103 primary care providers per 100,000, which is higher than the national median of 70. Life expectancy for residents stands at 73.4 years, shorter than the Ohio average of 74.8 years and the national average of 77 years. Approximately 6.4% of residents are uninsured, compared to the state average of 7.5% and the national rate of 10%. About 20.4% of the population reports poor or fair health, while the national average for this metric is 17%. These figures characterize the health environment of the county using established provider and census data. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Mahoning 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.

St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

ER
3/5
(330) 480-3022
1044 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44501
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

Hmhp St Elizabeth Boardman Health Center

ER
2/5
(330) 729-2929
8401 Market Street, Boardman, OH 44512
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

Surgical Hospital at Southwoods

4/5
(330) 729-8000
7630 Southern Blvd, Youngstown, OH 44512
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

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 Mahoning County, OH?
Mahoning County has a health score of 50/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #52 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 Mahoning County?
Life expectancy in Mahoning County is 73.4 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Mahoning County below the state average.
How does Mahoning County health compare to the Ohio average?
Mahoning County's health score of 50/100 is below the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 73.4 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 6.4% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Mahoning County?
Key health factors for Mahoning County include: life expectancy (73.4 years), uninsured rate (6.4%), and primary care physician access (103:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 474:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Mahoning County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 50/100 ("Below Average"), Mahoning County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.4 years. 6.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Mahoning County?
Mahoning County's health score of 50/100 is below the Ohio average of 55/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.