Clay County Health Data

Clay County, Florida

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

58/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.4 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.3%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

54

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

145

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.7%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

10.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 53.5 per 100K

Dentists

0.9

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

8.5

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 Clay County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureClayState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity34.5%34.8%37.6%near state average
Diabetes10.3%11.4%11.2%1.1 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure32.9%33.2%33.5%near state average
Depression19.6%19.3%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureClayState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.4%15.5%16.3%2.1 pts better than state
Binge Drinking17.0%17.0%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity24.4%26.2%27.0%1.8 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureClayState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.0%75.1%74.9%0.9 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)59.5%53.5%57.3%6.0 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)70.1%73.1%73.3%3.0 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureClayState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.7%18.8%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration40.5%39.4%37.3%1.1 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Clay 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

Clay County Uninsured Rate Noted Lower Than Florida State Average

Health data brief for Clay County, Florida.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

Clay County has an uninsured rate of 10.3%, which is notably lower than the Florida state average of 14.4% and aligns closely with the national average of 10%. Regarding healthcare access, the county reports 54 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is less than the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 145 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 250. Residents in Clay County have a life expectancy of 75.4 years, nearly matching the state average of 75.8 years but falling below the national average of 77 years. In terms of self-reported health status, 15.7% of adults describe their health as poor or fair, a rate that is lower than the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Clay 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.

Hca Florida Orange Park Hospital

ER
3/5
(904) 276-8500
2001 Kingsley Ave, Orange Park, FL 32073
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Other

Ascension St Vincent's Clay County

ER
3/5
(904) 602-1000
1670 St Vincents Way, Middleburg, FL 32068
Acute Care 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 Clay County, FL?
Clay County has a health score of 58/100, rated "Average." It ranks #15 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 Clay County?
Life expectancy in Clay County is 75.4 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Clay County below the state average.
How does Clay County health compare to the Florida average?
Clay County's health score of 58/100 is above the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 75.4 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 10.3% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Clay County?
Key health factors for Clay County include: life expectancy (75.4 years), uninsured rate (10.3%), and primary care physician access (54:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 145:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Clay County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 58/100 ("Average"), Clay County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.4 years. 10.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Clay County healthier than the Florida average?
Clay County's health score of 58/100 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.