Calhoun County Health Data

Calhoun County, Florida

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

22/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.7 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.3%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

29

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

111

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

22.3%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

7.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 29.3 per 100K

Dentists

7.4

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

29.4

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Calhoun County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCalhounState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.9%34.8%37.6%5.1 pts worse than state
Diabetes12.8%11.4%11.2%1.4 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure35.9%33.2%33.5%2.7 pts worse than state
Depression20.7%19.3%24.1%1.4 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCalhounState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking20.5%15.5%16.3%5.0 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking15.6%17.0%17.8%1.4 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity31.1%26.2%27.0%4.9 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCalhounState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%75.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)48.5%53.5%57.3%5.0 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)69.7%73.1%73.3%3.4 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCalhounState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.9%18.8%18.6%2.1 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration40.9%39.4%37.3%1.5 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Calhoun County nationally on obesity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Calhoun County Life Expectancy Lower Than State and National Figures

Health data brief for Calhoun County, Florida.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Calhoun County residents have a life expectancy of 72.7 years, which is lower than the state average of 75.8 years and the national average of 77 years. The county also reports that 22.3% of adults are in poor or fair health, significantly higher than the national average of 17%. Insurance coverage trails the state average, with 15.3% of residents uninsured compared to Florida's 14.4% and the national 10%. Access to care metrics show 29 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is less than half the national median of 70. Mental health provider numbers are also below the national median of 250, with 111 providers per 100,000 residents recorded. These data points provide an overview of health outcomes and provider availability in the county. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Calhoun County, Florida

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Calhoun-liberty Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(850) 674-5411
16257 State Rd 71s, Blountstown, FL 32424
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Calhoun County, FL?
Calhoun County has a health score of 22/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #56 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 Calhoun County?
Life expectancy in Calhoun County is 72.7 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Calhoun County below the state average.
How does Calhoun County health compare to the Florida average?
Calhoun County's health score of 22/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 72.7 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 15.3% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Calhoun County?
Key health factors for Calhoun County include: life expectancy (72.7 years), uninsured rate (15.3%), and primary care physician access (29:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 111:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Calhoun County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 22/100 ("Below Average"), Calhoun County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.7 years. 15.3% 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 Calhoun County?
Calhoun County's health score of 22/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. The uninsured rate of 15.3% 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.