Noble County Health Data

Noble County, Ohio

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

60/100

Average

Life Expectancy

80.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.7 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.7%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

7

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

119

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

22.2%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Dentists

14.0

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 Noble County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureNobleState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.6%39.0%37.6%2.6 pts worse than state
Diabetes11.8%11.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure35.3%34.0%33.5%1.3 pts worse than state
Depression27.3%27.2%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureNobleState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.7%17.5%16.3%2.2 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking19.3%18.3%17.8%1.0 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity30.0%27.9%27.0%2.1 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureNobleState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.9%77.2%74.9%1.3 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)54.9%60.0%57.3%5.1 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.9%73.9%73.3%1.0 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureNobleState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.3%19.5%18.6%0.8 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration40.8%39.4%37.3%1.4 pts worse than state

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

Life Expectancy in Noble County Exceeds National and State Norms

Health data brief for Noble County, Ohio.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Residents of Noble County have a life expectancy of 80.7 years, which is significantly longer than the Ohio state average of 74.8 years and the national average of 77 years. This high life expectancy exists alongside other distinctive health markers. For example, the primary care provider ratio is only 7 per 100,000 residents, which is well below the national median of 70. The ratio of mental health providers is 119 per 100,000, which is also lower than the national median of 250. Additionally, 22.2% of adults report being in poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. The county's uninsured rate is 8.7%, higher than the state average of 7.5% but lower than the national average of 10%. National and local health data sets are accessible via the CDC County Health Rankings.

Get Care in Noble 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 Noble 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 Noble County, OH?
Noble County has a health score of 60/100, rated "Average." It ranks #32 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 Noble County?
Life expectancy in Noble County is 80.7 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Noble County above the state average.
How does Noble County health compare to the Ohio average?
Noble County's health score of 60/100 is above the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 80.7 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 8.7% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Noble County?
Key health factors for Noble County include: life expectancy (80.7 years), uninsured rate (8.7%), and primary care physician access (7:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 119:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Noble County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 60/100 ("Average"), Noble County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.7 years. 8.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Noble County healthier than the Ohio average?
Noble County's health score of 60/100 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. Noble County has better primary care access (7:1 ratio) than the state average (48:1).

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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.