Charlotte County Health Data
Charlotte County, Florida
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
Data Story
About Health in Charlotte County, Florida
Charlotte County lives above average
At 78.8 years, Charlotte County residents live nearly 2.7 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.1 years. With 16.3% reporting poor or fair health—well below the national average of 21%—Charlotte reflects strong population health and effective disease management.
Among Florida's healthiest counties
Charlotte's 78.8-year life expectancy exceeds the Florida state average of 75.8 years by 3 years, ranking it among the state's top health performers. The 16.3% poor/fair health rate reinforces this strength, suggesting a well-maintained population with access to preventive and chronic care.
A bright spot in Southwest Florida
Charlotte's 78.8-year life expectancy towers over Northern Florida counties like Bradford (74.1) and Baker (73.5) by 4-5 years. With 62 primary care providers per 100,000 and 126 mental health providers per 100,000, Charlotte offers reasonable but modest specialty access, relying partly on retiree health systems and seasonal fluctuations.
Coverage near state average
At 14% uninsured, Charlotte nearly matches the state average of 14.4%, with most residents protected against catastrophic medical costs. The 62 primary care providers per 100,000 serve an aging, relatively stable population well, though the 126 mental health providers per 100,000 may stretch thin during mental health crises.
Sustain Charlotte's health edge
Even with solid overall health, 14% of Charlotte residents lack coverage, risking their wellbeing and financial security. Check healthcare.gov or Florida's marketplace to confirm your coverage status and explore options—being insured keeps you healthy and protects your retirement.
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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.