Pike County Health Data

Health Score

32/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

69.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

69.7 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

26

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

1348

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

23.7%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

18.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 25.8 per 100K

Dentists

11.1

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

3.7

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 Pike County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasurePikeState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity43.0%39.0%37.6%4.0 pts worse than state
Diabetes13.2%11.3%11.2%1.9 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure38.4%34.0%33.5%4.4 pts worse than state
Depression30.5%27.2%24.1%3.3 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasurePikeState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking23.3%17.5%16.3%5.8 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.4%18.3%17.8%0.9 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity34.9%27.9%27.0%7.0 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasurePikeState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.2%77.2%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)55.1%60.0%57.3%4.9 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)69.2%73.9%73.3%4.7 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasurePikeState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress22.6%19.5%18.6%3.1 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration38.6%39.4%37.3%0.8 pts better than state

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

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

Data Story

Pike County Mental Health Provider Rate Far Exceeds National Median

Health data brief for Pike County, Ohio.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Pike County reports 1,348 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure significantly higher than the national median of 250 per 100,000. In contrast, the county's life expectancy is 69.7 years, which is shorter than the state average of 74.8 years and the national average of 77 years. The primary care provider ratio is 26 per 100,000, which is below the national median of 70. About 23.7% of the population reports poor or fair health, compared to the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate is 7.2%, slightly below the state average of 7.5% and lower than the national average of 10%. These data points come from federal health tracking systems. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Pike 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.

Adena Pike Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(740) 947-2186
100 Dawn Lane, Waverly, OH 45690
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Pike County, OH?
Pike County has a health score of 32/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #82 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 Pike County?
Life expectancy in Pike County is 69.7 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Pike County below the state average.
How does Pike County health compare to the Ohio average?
Pike County's health score of 32/100 is below the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 69.7 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.2% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Pike County?
Key health factors for Pike County include: life expectancy (69.7 years), uninsured rate (7.2%), and primary care physician access (26:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 1,348:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pike County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 32/100 ("Below Average"), Pike County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 69.7 years. 7.2% 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 Pike County?
Pike County's health score of 32/100 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.