Charlotte County Health Data

Charlotte County, Florida

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

59/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.8 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.0%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

62

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

126

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.3%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

13.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 62.1 per 100K

Dentists

6.2

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

8.7

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 Charlotte County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureCharlotteState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity31.6%34.8%37.6%3.2 pts better than state
Diabetes9.8%11.4%11.2%1.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure31.0%33.2%33.5%2.2 pts better than state
Depression19.0%19.3%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureCharlotteState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.2%15.5%16.3%1.3 pts better than state
Binge Drinking19.0%17.0%17.8%2.0 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity21.6%26.2%27.0%4.6 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureCharlotteState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.4%75.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)58.3%53.5%57.3%4.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.7%73.1%73.3%1.6 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureCharlotteState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.5%18.8%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration37.1%39.4%37.3%2.3 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Charlotte County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Mental Health Provider Ratio in Charlotte County Below National Median

Health data brief for Charlotte County, Florida.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Charlotte County has 126 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, roughly half the national median of 250. While mental health provider access is lower than the national norm, life expectancy in the county is 78.8 years, which is higher than the state average of 75.8 years and the national average of 77 years. About 16.3% of adults report poor or fair health, slightly lower than the national average of 17%. The county’s uninsured rate is 14.0%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 14.4% but higher than the national average of 10%. Primary care providers are available at a rate of 62 per 100,000 residents, slightly below the national median of 70. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Charlotte 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.

Adventhealth Port Charlotte

ER
1/5
(941) 766-4122
2500 Harbor Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Hca Florida Fawcett Hospital

ER
1/5
(941) 629-1181
21298 Olean Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

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 Charlotte County, FL?
Charlotte County has a health score of 59/100, rated "Average." It ranks #13 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 Charlotte County?
Life expectancy in Charlotte County is 78.8 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Charlotte County above the state average.
How does Charlotte County health compare to the Florida average?
Charlotte County's health score of 59/100 is above the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 78.8 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 14.0% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Charlotte County?
Key health factors for Charlotte County include: life expectancy (78.8 years), uninsured rate (14.0%), and primary care physician access (62:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 126:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Charlotte County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 59/100 ("Average"), Charlotte County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.8 years. 14.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Charlotte County healthier than the Florida average?
Charlotte County's health score of 59/100 exceeds the Florida average of 42/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.