Williams County Health Data

Williams County, Ohio

Health Score

63/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.3 yr

State avg 74.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.8%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

98

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Williams County, Ohio

Williams tracks slightly below national

At 76.3 years, Williams County's life expectancy is nearly at the U.S. average of 76.4 years, indicating overall good community health. The 19.0% poor/fair health rate is moderate, reflecting stable but not exceptional health conditions.

Above state average, solid rank

Williams's 76.3-year life expectancy exceeds Ohio's state average of 74.8 years by 1.5 years, placing the county in Ohio's healthier cohort. The 19.0% poor/fair health rate is slightly above state norms, suggesting room for targeted health improvement efforts.

Strong showing among eight counties

Williams's 76.3-year life expectancy ranks third among the eight profiled counties, behind Warren and Wood but ahead of most peers. The county's 41 primary care providers per 100,000 is modest but adequate, matching Van Wert's service level.

Below-average uninsured, limited MH care

At 6.8% uninsured, Williams is below Ohio's 7.5% average, ensuring most residents can access routine care without financial barriers. However, mental health provider density is the second-lowest in this county group at 98 per 100,000, limiting behavioral health access.

Keep coverage, strengthen access

Williams's 6.8% uninsured rate is solid, but monitor your family's coverage by visiting Healthcare.gov or your employer's benefits portal. If you struggle with mental health care access, ask your primary doctor for referrals to the county's limited specialist network.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Williams County, OH?
Williams County has a health score of 63/100, rated "Average." It ranks #26 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 Williams County?
Life expectancy in Williams County is 76.3 years. The Ohio state average is 74.8 years, making Williams County above the state average.
How does Williams County health compare to the Ohio average?
Williams County's health score of 63/100 is above the Ohio average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 76.3 years vs. the state average of 74.8 years. The uninsured rate is 6.8% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Williams County?
Key health factors for Williams County include: life expectancy (76.3 years), uninsured rate (6.8%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 98:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Williams County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 63/100 ("Average"), Williams County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Ohio. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.3 years. 6.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Williams County healthier than the Ohio average?
Williams County's health score of 63/100 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. Williams County has better primary care access (41:1 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.