Vinton County Health Data
Vinton County, Ohio
Health Score
23/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
67.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
67.5 yr
State avg 74.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
16
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
128
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Vinton County, Ohio
Vinton lags far behind national health
At 67.5 years, Vinton County's life expectancy ranks among the lowest in the nation, trailing the U.S. average by nearly 9 years. A quarter of residents (25.5%) report poor or fair health, double the national average, signaling serious underlying health challenges.
Ohio's health crisis is here
Vinton County ranks in Ohio's bottom 10% with a life expectancy 7.3 years below the state average of 74.8 years. The 25.5% poor/fair health rate is among the worst statewide, reflecting decades of economic decline and limited healthcare investment.
Struggling compared to all peers
Vinton's 67.5-year life expectancy is 8+ years shorter than any of the seven surrounding counties profiled here, including Warren (78.2) and Wood (77.4). With only 16 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest in this group—Vinton faces a critical provider shortage.
High uninsured, few doctors nearby
At 8.9% uninsured, Vinton exceeds Ohio's average and faces one of the county group's severest doctor shortages with just 16 primary care providers per 100,000. Many residents travel 30+ minutes for routine care, delaying diagnosis and treatment of preventable conditions.
Getting covered saves lives here
With uninsured rates and provider access both among the worst statewide, ensuring you and your family have health coverage is critical in Vinton. Visit Healthcare.gov immediately to explore low-cost insurance options—every delay puts your health at greater risk.
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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.