Shelby County Health Data

Shelby County, Ohio

Health Score

58/100

Average

Life Expectancy

74.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.9 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.0%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

94

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Shelby County, Ohio

Shelby slightly exceeds state norms

At 74.9 years, Shelby County's life expectancy marginally exceeds Ohio's state average of 74.8 years but remains roughly 4 years below the national average. One in five residents (18.5%) report poor or fair health, a rate slightly better than the state average.

Solid health performance statewide

Shelby County ranks in the upper-middle tier of Ohio's 88 counties with a life expectancy of 74.9 years and the state's lowest quartile for poor health reporting. The county's 18.5% poor/fair health rate reflects relatively good population-level wellness.

Keeping pace with regional peers

Shelby's 74.9-year life expectancy matches Darke County and slightly edges Miami County (74.8 years) in the southwestern tier. The county's 18.5% poor/fair health rate aligns with nearby Logan County, suggesting consistent regional health trajectories.

Moderate access to primary care

With 46 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Shelby offers moderate access to routine care, though rural residents may travel for specialists. The 7.0% uninsured rate closely matches the state average, and mental health services are limited at 94 per 100K.

Ensure continuous health protection

With 7% of residents uninsured, Shelby County residents should verify their coverage annually at Healthcare.gov or contact Ohio Medicaid for enrollment options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Shelby County, OH?
Shelby County has a health score of 58/100, rated "Average." It ranks #36 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 Shelby County?
Life expectancy in Shelby County is 74.9 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Shelby County above the state average.
How does Shelby County health compare to the Ohio average?
Shelby County's health score of 58/100 is above the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 74.9 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 7.0% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Shelby County?
Key health factors for Shelby County include: life expectancy (74.9 years), uninsured rate (7.0%), and primary care physician access (46:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 94:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Shelby County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 58/100 ("Average"), Shelby County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.9 years. 7.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Shelby County healthier than the Ohio average?
Shelby County's health score of 58/100 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. Shelby County has better primary care access (46:1 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.