Sandusky County Health Data

Sandusky County, Ohio

Health Score

59/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.2 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.1%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

31

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

182

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Sandusky County, Ohio

Life expectancy near U.S. average, moderate concerns

Sandusky County residents live to 75.2 years, about 0.4 years above the U.S. average of 74.8 years. Nearly 1 in 5 residents (19.8%) report poor or fair health, slightly above national patterns.

Sandusky slightly above Ohio baseline

At 75.2 years, Sandusky's life expectancy edges above Ohio's state average of 74.8 years. The 6.1% uninsured rate is among the best in this eight-county group and well below the state average of 7.5%.

Good coverage, middle-tier health outcomes

Sandusky's 75.2-year life expectancy ranks fourth in this cohort, ahead of Richland and Ross but behind the top three. The 6.1% uninsured rate matches Preble's excellent access, yet health outcomes remain moderate.

Moderate provider supply across care types

Sandusky County provides 31 primary care providers and 182 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—solid but not abundant. The 6.1% uninsured rate is excellent, meaning most residents can establish care relationships when doctors are available.

Strong insurance access; use it wisely

Sandusky's 6.1% uninsured rate ranks among the best regionally; if you're uninsured, healthcare.gov offers easy enrollment. Once covered, schedule preventive care and manage chronic conditions to keep Sandusky's moderate health outcomes trending upward.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sandusky County, OH?
Sandusky County has a health score of 59/100, rated "Average." It ranks #35 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 Sandusky County?
Life expectancy in Sandusky County is 75.2 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Sandusky County above the state average.
How does Sandusky County health compare to the Ohio average?
Sandusky County's health score of 59/100 is above the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 75.2 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 6.1% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Sandusky County?
Key health factors for Sandusky County include: life expectancy (75.2 years), uninsured rate (6.1%), and primary care physician access (31:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 182:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sandusky County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 59/100 ("Average"), Sandusky County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.2 years. 6.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Sandusky County healthier than the Ohio average?
Sandusky County's health score of 59/100 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. Sandusky County has better primary care access (31:1 ratio) than the state average (48:1).

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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.