Morgan County Health Data

Morgan County, Ohio

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

42/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.9%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

7

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

198

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

20.2%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

36.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 7.3 per 100K

Dentists

7.3

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 Morgan County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMorganState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.0%39.0%37.6%2.0 pts worse than state
Diabetes12.3%11.3%11.2%1.0 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure35.9%34.0%33.5%1.9 pts worse than state
Depression28.3%27.2%24.1%1.1 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMorganState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking20.0%17.5%16.3%2.5 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.8%18.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity31.2%27.9%27.0%3.3 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMorganState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.4%77.2%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)59.3%60.0%57.3%0.7 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.3%73.9%73.3%1.6 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMorganState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.7%19.5%18.6%1.2 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration40.6%39.4%37.3%1.2 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Morgan County nationally on physical inactivity.

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

Data Story

Morgan County Primary Care Provider Ratio Trails National Average

Health data brief for Morgan County, Ohio.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Morgan County has 7 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents, a rate significantly lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. This provider ratio is among the lowest in the state. In terms of health outcomes, the life expectancy for a Morgan County resident is 73.3 years, which is below the Ohio average of 74.8 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate in the county is 8.9%, which is higher than the state average of 7.5% but remains below the national average of 10%. Roughly 20.2% of adults in the county report poor or fair health, a figure that exceeds the national average of 17%. For mental health, the county has 198 providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250. Regional health data can be compared using the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Morgan 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Morgan County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Morgan County, OH?
Morgan County has a health score of 42/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #68 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 Morgan County?
Life expectancy in Morgan County is 73.3 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Morgan County below the state average.
How does Morgan County health compare to the Ohio average?
Morgan County's health score of 42/100 is below the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 73.3 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 8.9% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Morgan County?
Key health factors for Morgan County include: life expectancy (73.3 years), uninsured rate (8.9%), and primary care physician access (7:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 198:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Morgan County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 42/100 ("Below Average"), Morgan County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.3 years. 8.9% 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 Morgan County?
Morgan County's health score of 42/100 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.