Medina County Health Data

Medina County, Ohio

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

85/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.0 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.0%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

62

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

191

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

14.9%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

18.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 62.3 per 100K

Dentists

9.8

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

4.9

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 Medina County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMedinaState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.9%39.0%37.6%3.1 pts better than state
Diabetes9.4%11.3%11.2%1.9 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure31.3%34.0%33.5%2.7 pts better than state
Depression25.2%27.2%24.1%2.0 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMedinaState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.2%17.5%16.3%4.3 pts better than state
Binge Drinking19.9%18.3%17.8%1.6 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity22.6%27.9%27.0%5.3 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMedinaState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.4%77.2%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)67.7%60.0%57.3%7.7 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)76.4%73.9%73.3%2.5 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMedinaState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.4%19.5%18.6%2.1 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration35.6%39.4%37.3%3.8 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Medina County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Medina County life expectancy exceeds state and national averages

Health data brief for Medina County, Ohio.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Residents of Medina County have a life expectancy of 79.0 years, which is higher than the national average of 77 years and the Ohio state average of 74.8 years. The county reports an uninsured rate of 6.0%, which is lower than the state average of 7.5% and the national rate of 10%. Regarding clinical access, there are 62 primary care providers per 100,000 people and 191 mental health providers per 100,000, compared to national medians of 70 and 250, respectively. About 14.9% of the population reports being in poor or fair health, which is lower than the national average of 17%. These metrics represent the current state of health outcomes and access in the county. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Medina 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.

Medina Hospital

ER
5/5
(330) 725-1000
1000 East Washington Street, Medina, OH 44256
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Lodi Community Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(330) 948-1222
225 Elyria Street, Lodi, OH 44254
Critical Access 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 Medina County, OH?
Medina County has a health score of 85/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #4 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 Medina County?
Life expectancy in Medina County is 79.0 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Medina County above the state average.
How does Medina County health compare to the Ohio average?
Medina County's health score of 85/100 is above the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 79.0 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 6.0% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Medina County?
Key health factors for Medina County include: life expectancy (79.0 years), uninsured rate (6.0%), and primary care physician access (62:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 191:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Medina County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 85/100 ("Excellent"), Medina County is one of the healthier counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.0 years. 6.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Medina County healthier than the Ohio average?
Medina County's health score of 85/100 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.