Duval County Health Data

Duval County, Florida

Health Score

42/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.9%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

81

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

265

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Duval County, Florida

Duval trails national life expectancy slightly

Duval County residents live to 74.3 years on average, falling 3.8 years short of the U.S. average of 78.1 years. The county's 18.5% poor/fair health rate exceeds national averages, reflecting concentrated health disparities in Jacksonville's urban core and economically disadvantaged neighborhoods.

Mid-tier health outcomes for major metro

Duval County's 74.3-year life expectancy falls 1.5 years below Florida's state average of 75.8 years, placing it in the lower half of Florida's counties. However, its 11.9% uninsured rate is notably better than the state average of 14.4%, showing relatively strong insurance coverage despite urban poverty concentrations.

Jacksonville underperforms Clay County

Duval County's 74.3-year life expectancy significantly trails neighboring Clay County's 75.4 years, despite being a much larger metropolitan area. Yet Duval matches Clay's primary care density at 81 providers per 100,000 residents, suggesting that provider supply alone does not explain the longevity gap.

Strong access masks persistent disparities

Duval County maintains 81 primary care providers and 265 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—excellent healthcare infrastructure for a major city. Yet its 11.9% uninsured rate and 18.5% poor/fair health rate suggest that geographic, social, and economic barriers prevent some residents from translating access into better health outcomes.

Ensure you have coverage this year

Duval County's 11.9% uninsured rate means nearly 1 in 8 residents lack health coverage; if you're one of them, open enrollment is your gateway. Visit your local CareerSource office, community health center, or healthcare.gov to find a plan that fits your Jacksonville family's budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Duval County, FL?
Duval County has a health score of 42/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #34 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 Duval County?
Life expectancy in Duval County is 74.3 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Duval County below the state average.
How does Duval County health compare to the Florida average?
Duval County's health score of 42/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 74.3 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 11.9% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Duval County?
Key health factors for Duval County include: life expectancy (74.3 years), uninsured rate (11.9%), and primary care physician access (81:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 265:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Duval County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 42/100 ("Below Average"), Duval County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.3 years. 11.9% 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 Duval County?
Duval County's health score of 42/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. The uninsured rate of 11.9% 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.