Morrow County Health Data

Morrow County, Ohio

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

22.6%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

14.2

per 100K residentsCDC: 19.9 per 100K

Dentists

5.7

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

5.7

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 Morrow County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMorrowState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.4%39.0%37.6%near state average
Diabetes11.0%11.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure32.6%34.0%33.5%1.4 pts better than state
Depression26.7%27.2%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMorrowState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.8%17.5%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking18.7%18.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity28.1%27.9%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMorrowState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.2%77.2%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)56.8%60.0%57.3%3.2 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.2%73.9%73.3%0.7 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMorrowState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.7%19.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration37.4%39.4%37.3%2.0 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Morrow 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

Morrow County Residents Report Higher Rates of Poor Health

Health data brief for Morrow County, Ohio.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Morrow County, 22.6% of residents report being in poor or fair health, a percentage that is higher than the national average of 17% and the state average. This measurement of self-reported health coincides with a primary care provider ratio of 20 per 100,000 residents, which is less than a third of the national median of 70 per 100,000. The ratio of mental health providers is 87 per 100,000, which is also well below the national median of 250. Life expectancy in the county is 76.5 years, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 74.8 years but remains slightly below the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 7.6%, nearly matching the state average of 7.5% and staying below the national average of 10%. Further information on these metrics is hosted by the CDC County Health Rankings.

Get Care in Morrow 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.

Ohiohealth Morrow County Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(419) 946-5015
651 West Marion Road, Mount Gilead, OH 43338
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Local

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 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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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.