Heath

OH

Licking County, Ohio

Population 182K |Median income $84,426 |1 hospital

Population
181,837
Licking County
Median Income
$84,426
+24% vs avg
Median Home Value
$275,200
+21% vs avg
Median Age
40.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
182K+9%
Median Income
$84,426+53%
Median Home Value
$275,200+84%
Poverty Rate
10.2%-15%
Unemployment
3.2%-61%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,078/mo
Poverty Rate
10.2% -28% vs avg
Unemployment 3.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 29.3%
Work From Home 15.8%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 85.7%
African American 4.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.9%
Asian 3.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37.5%
Obesity
37.5%
High Blood Pressure
35.5%
Physical Inactivity
24.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.1%
Current Smoking
15.4%
Binge Drinking
15.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.3%
Diabetes
12.9%
Current Asthma
10.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.2%
Dental Visit 63.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.8%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
LICKING MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
NEWARK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Heath Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Lorain County, Ohio Until 4:15 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central Ohio Through 4:00 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and West Central Ohio Until 2:30 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Heath, OH? ▼
Heath, OH has a population of 181,837 people, located in Licking County, Ohio.
What is the median household income in Heath? ▼
The median household income in Heath, OH is $84,426 per year. The poverty rate is 10.2%.
What is the median home value in Heath? ▼
The median home value in Heath, OH is $275,200. Median rent is $1,078/month.
What are the top health concerns in Heath? ▼
The top health indicators in Heath include Short Sleep Duration (37.5%), Obesity (37.5%), High Blood Pressure (35.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Heath? ▼
Heath has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Heath? ▼
The median age in Heath, OH is 40.3 years. 29.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Heath, OH is located in Licking County, Ohio. With a population of 182K and a median household income of $84,426, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Heath area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Licking County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.