Morrow County Health Data

Morrow County, Ohio

Health Score

52/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.6%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

20

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

87

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Morrow County, Ohio

Morrow's Paradox: High Life Expectancy, Poor Health

Morrow County's 76.5-year life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 76.4 years by one year—yet 22.6% of residents report poor or fair health, one of the highest rates in this group. This paradox suggests Morrow residents live longer but with significant chronic disease and disability.

Above Average Years, Below Average Wellbeing

Morrow ranks above Ohio's state average life expectancy of 74.8 years, but its 22.6% poor/fair health rate signals underlying chronic disease despite higher longevity. The uninsured rate of 7.6% closely tracks the state average of 7.5%.

Living Longer, Sicker Than Peers

While Morrow's 76.5-year life expectancy matches Ottawa County (76.6 years), its 22.6% poor/fair health rate significantly exceeds Ottawa's 16.2%. Morrow also lags in provider density: only 20 primary care providers per 100K compared to Ottawa's 47 and Paulding's 21.

Limited Providers, High Disease Burden

Morrow's 20 primary care providers and 87 mental health providers per 100,000 residents offer limited capacity for managing the chronic diseases afflicting 22.6% of the population. Rural isolation and sparse provider networks likely contribute to the gap between longevity and quality of life.

Manage Your Health with Coverage

With 7.6% of Morrow residents uninsured and high rates of chronic disease, securing health insurance is essential for preventive care and disease management. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to find plans that fit your needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Morrow County, OH?
Morrow County has a health score of 52/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #49 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 Morrow County?
Life expectancy in Morrow County is 76.5 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Morrow County above the state average.
How does Morrow County health compare to the Ohio average?
Morrow County's health score of 52/100 is below the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 76.5 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Morrow County?
Key health factors for Morrow County include: life expectancy (76.5 years), uninsured rate (7.6%), and primary care physician access (20:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 87:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Morrow County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 52/100 ("Below Average"), Morrow County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.5 years. 7.6% 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 Morrow County?
Morrow County's health score of 52/100 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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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.