Richland County Health Data

Richland County, Ohio

Health Score

51/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.0 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

47

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

481

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Richland County, Ohio

Life expectancy at national baseline, health concerns clear

Richland County residents live to 74.0 years, just below the U.S. average of 74.8 years. However, 19.6% report poor or fair health, and 7.2% lack insurance—both above national averages.

Richland underperforms on most health measures

At 74.0 years, Richland's life expectancy trails Ohio's state average of 74.8 years. The 7.2% uninsured rate exceeds the state average of 7.5%, and the 19.6% poor/fair health rate signals persistent health challenges.

Middle outcomes, gaps in coverage and health

Richland's 74.0-year life expectancy ranks fifth among the eight counties studied. The 7.2% uninsured rate and 19.6% poor/fair health rate place Richland below peers like Portage and Putnam but above Pike's crisis levels.

Strong primary care, good mental health support

Richland County provides 47 primary care providers and 481 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—solid capacity for both essential and specialized care. The 7.2% uninsured rate means roughly 1 in 14 residents navigate healthcare without coverage.

Find coverage that works for your situation

Richland's 7.2% uninsured rate is higher than desirable; if you're uninsured or underinsured, healthcare.gov and local Medicaid offices can connect you with affordable plans. Visit Richland County Health Department for in-person enrollment help.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Richland County, OH?
Richland County has a health score of 51/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #50 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 Richland County?
Life expectancy in Richland County is 74.0 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Richland County below the state average.
How does Richland County health compare to the Ohio average?
Richland County's health score of 51/100 is below the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 74.0 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.2% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Richland County?
Key health factors for Richland County include: life expectancy (74.0 years), uninsured rate (7.2%), and primary care physician access (47:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 481:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Richland County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 51/100 ("Below Average"), Richland County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.0 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 Richland County?
Richland County's health score of 51/100 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.