COVID-19 In Ohio: Statewide Case Average Drops Below 50

COLUMBUS, OH — Ohio has reached an important milestone in its fight against COVID-19, Gov. Mike DeWine announced this weekend.

The statewide average of cases per 100,000 residents is now 49.5. DeWine originally said he would lift all health orders when the state reached the 50 cases per 100,000 residents plateau, before shifting course and removing all mandates a few days early.

“Ohioans have shown our resilience and grit, and by continuing to get vaccinated we are coming through this pandemic stronger than ever,” DeWine said.

From late November through mid-December, Ohio averaged 939.1 COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents. Ohio had not fallen below 50 cases per 100,000 residents since June 2020.

More than 5.3 million Ohioans have started the COVID-19 vaccination process, while 4.7 million Ohioans are completely vaccinated against the virus. However, vaccination rates have flagged in recent days.

“Vaccinations are working. That's why cases, hospitalizations, and deaths are down. But that doesn't mean we can let our foot off the gas. If you're not vaccinated against COVID-19, continue to wear a mask in public and Ohioans that are able to get vaccinated should," the governor added.

The new data is based on the Ohio Department of Health's collection from May 22 to June 2.