Mercer County Health Data
Mercer County, Ohio
Health Score
71/100
Average
Life Expectancy
77.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.4 yr
State avg 74.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
50
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
108
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Mercer County, Ohio
Mercer County exceeds U.S. health norms
At 77.4 years, Mercer County's life expectancy outpaces the U.S. average of 72.4 by 5.0 years, placing it among healthier American counties. Just 17.8% report poor or fair health, well below the national average of 21%, indicating fewer chronic diseases and better health management. Mercer residents enjoy above-average longevity and wellness.
Well above Ohio's health average
Mercer County's 77.4-year life expectancy exceeds Ohio's 74.8-year average by 2.6 years, ranking it in the upper tier of the state. The 17.8% poor/fair health rate is well below Ohio's typical profile, and the 6.6% uninsured rate matches the state average, indicating good balance of access and outcomes. Mercer is among Ohio's healthier counties.
Second-healthiest in the region
Mercer County's 77.4-year life expectancy ranks second only to Medina County (79.0) by 1.6 years, and its 17.8% poor/fair health rate is the second-best after Medina's 14.9%. The county significantly outpaces struggling peers like Meigs (70.8) and Marion (73.7), separating itself as a regional health leader. Only Medina surpasses Mercer on major health metrics.
Moderate access supports strong outcomes
Mercer County offers 50 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, slightly above the peer average, and 108 mental health providers per 100,000, supporting dual care needs. The 6.6% uninsured rate means most residents can access providers, underpinning the county's strong health outcomes. Balanced provider supply and insurance coverage create conditions for health success.
Maintain coverage to sustain health
Mercer County's strong health outcomes depend on sustained insurance coverage; at 6.6% uninsured, there is still room to help more residents access care. If uninsured, visit healthcare.gov to explore Medicaid and marketplace plans. Keeping continuous coverage ensures you can see Mercer's primary and mental health providers regularly.
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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.