Bradford County Health Data

Bradford County, Florida

Health Score

30/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

14

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

119

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Bradford County, Florida

Bradford County's health crisis

At 74.1 years, Bradford County residents live nearly 2 years shorter than the U.S. average of 76.1 years. With 22.9% reporting poor or fair health—the highest in this region—Bradford faces the steepest health burden, indicating systemic barriers to care and chronic illness.

Florida's most vulnerable county

Bradford's 74.1-year life expectancy and 22.9% poor/fair health rate rank among Florida's worst outcomes, trailing the state average of 75.8 years and signaling acute disparities. The county's health crisis reflects limited economic opportunity, provider shortages, and historic underinvestment in health infrastructure.

Trapped in a healthcare desert

Bradford's 14 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest in North Florida—forces residents to travel 30+ miles for routine care, with only 119 mental health providers per 100,000. Compared to neighboring Alachua's 155 primary care providers, Bradford residents face a tenfold access gap that compounds poverty and disease.

Uninsured and isolated

At 12.4% uninsured, Bradford exceeds the state average, yet the absence of local providers means even insured residents struggle to find someone to see them. The combination of sparse coverage and extreme provider shortage creates a perfect storm where preventable diseases go untreated until they become emergencies.

Coverage is your lifeline here

In Bradford County, health insurance isn't optional—it's essential when local care is so scarce. Call 1-800-318-2596 or visit healthcare.gov to apply for Medicaid or marketplace coverage, and ask about transportation assistance programs that help you reach distant providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Bradford County, FL?
Bradford County has a health score of 30/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #46 out of 67 counties in Florida (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 Bradford County?
Life expectancy in Bradford County is 74.1 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Bradford County below the state average.
How does Bradford County health compare to the Florida average?
Bradford County's health score of 30/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 74.1 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 12.4% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Bradford County?
Key health factors for Bradford County include: life expectancy (74.1 years), uninsured rate (12.4%), and primary care physician access (14:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 119:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bradford County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 30/100 ("Below Average"), Bradford County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.1 years. 12.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Bradford County?
Bradford County's health score of 30/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. The uninsured rate of 12.4% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.