Miami County Health Data

Miami County, Ohio

Health Score

75/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

76.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.0 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

5.9%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

45

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

145

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Miami County, Ohio

Miami County health matches the nation

At 76.0 years, Miami County's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 72.4 by 3.6 years, placing it among healthier American counties. Only 15.3% report poor or fair health, well below the national average of 21%, indicating strong chronic disease control. Miami residents enjoy above-average wellness and longevity.

Beating Ohio's health average

Miami County's 76.0-year life expectancy exceeds Ohio's 74.8-year average by 1.2 years, ranking it above the state median. The 15.3% poor/fair health rate is well below the state average, and the 5.9% uninsured rate is the lowest in the comparison group, indicating excellent insurance coverage. Miami outperforms Ohio on nearly every major health metric.

Third-healthiest county regionally

Miami County's 76.0-year life expectancy ranks third after Medina (79.0) and Mercer (77.4), ahead of Madison (76.2) by a hair. Its 15.3% poor/fair health rate is third-best, after Medina and Mercer, showing consistent strong health management. Miami is firmly positioned among the region's healthier counties, distinct from struggling Meigs, Marion, and Monroe.

Solid access supports good outcomes

Miami County offers 45 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, at the peer median, and 145 mental health providers per 100,000, supporting comprehensive care. At 5.9% uninsured, Miami has the lowest uninsured rate in the cohort, meaning nearly all residents can afford to access providers. Insurance coverage and provider availability align to support health success.

Keep your coverage—Miami's success depends on it

Miami County's outstanding health outcomes reflect high insurance coverage; the 5.9% uninsured is the lowest in the group, yet represents room to help final neighbors access care. If uninsured, visit healthcare.gov to explore marketplace and Medicaid plans. Sustaining coverage ensures you maintain preventive care and early treatment that keep Miami healthy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Miami County, OH?
Miami County has a health score of 75/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #9 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 Miami County?
Life expectancy in Miami County is 76.0 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Miami County above the state average.
How does Miami County health compare to the Ohio average?
Miami County's health score of 75/100 is above the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 76.0 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 5.9% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Miami County?
Key health factors for Miami County include: life expectancy (76.0 years), uninsured rate (5.9%), and primary care physician access (45:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 145:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Miami County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 75/100 ("Excellent"), Miami County is one of the healthier counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.0 years. 5.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Miami County healthier than the Ohio average?
Miami County's health score of 75/100 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. Miami County has better primary care access (45:1 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.