Scioto County Health Data
Scioto County, Ohio
Health Score
32/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
69.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.4%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
69.2 yr
State avg 74.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.4%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
56
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
917
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Scioto County, Ohio
Scioto faces a significant health gap
At 69.2 years, Scioto County's life expectancy trails the U.S. average by roughly 6 years and lags Ohio's state average of 74.8 years by 5.6 years. One in four residents (23.1%) report poor or fair health, well above national norms, signaling widespread health challenges across the county.
Among Ohio's healthiest challenges
Scioto County ranks near the bottom of Ohio's 88 counties for life expectancy, placing it in the lowest quartile statewide. The county's poor/fair health rate of 23.1% is among the highest in the state, reflecting deeper structural health disparities.
Struggling compared to nearby counties
Scioto's 69.2-year life expectancy falls 4.6 years below neighboring Pike County (estimated 73.8 years) and significantly trails Adams County and Jackson County averages. The county's poor health rate of 23.1% is notably higher than most surrounding counties, indicating concentrated challenges.
Limited providers, urgent access needs
With only 56 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—below the state average—Scioto residents often wait longer for routine care. The county's 7.4% uninsured rate is nearly in line with the state average, but mental health services are notably available with 917 providers per 100K, well above state norms.
Check your coverage options today
If you're among the 7.4% of Scioto County residents without insurance, healthcare options exist. Visit Healthcare.gov or Ohio's Medicaid program to explore plans that fit your budget and health needs.
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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.