Gulf County Health Data

Gulf County, Florida

Health Score

37/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

49

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

140

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Gulf County, Florida

Gulf falls below U.S. life expectancy

Gulf County's 74.3-year life expectancy lags the U.S. average of 76.1 years by 1.8 years. With 18.7% of residents reporting poor or fair health, the county slightly exceeds the national average of 17.8%.

Below Florida's health baseline

Gulf's 74.3-year life expectancy trails Florida's state average of 75.8 years, and its 14.1% uninsured rate sits just below the state average of 14.4%. The county's modest uninsured rate masks deeper life expectancy shortfalls.

Provider access supports regional standing

Gulf's 74.3-year life expectancy ranks below most neighbors but its 49 primary care providers per 100,000 is among the highest in this group. With 140 mental health providers per 100,000, the county offers above-average behavioral health access relative to other rural areas.

Strong provider presence despite challenges

Gulf offers 49 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 140 mental health providers per 100,000, indicating decent infrastructure for a rural county. With only 14.1% uninsured, most residents have paths to care, though health outcomes suggest utilization or quality barriers.

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If you're among Gulf's 14.1% uninsured residents, now is the time to explore your options on healthcare.gov. With strong local providers available, insurance is your ticket to preventive care that could extend both lifespan and quality of life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Gulf County, FL?
Gulf County has a health score of 37/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #38 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 Gulf County?
Life expectancy in Gulf County is 74.3 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Gulf County below the state average.
How does Gulf County health compare to the Florida average?
Gulf County's health score of 37/100 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 14.1% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Gulf County?
Key health factors for Gulf County include: life expectancy (74.3 years), uninsured rate (14.1%), and primary care physician access (49:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 140:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Gulf County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 37/100 ("Below Average"), Gulf County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.3 years. 14.1% 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 Gulf County?
Gulf County's health score of 37/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. The uninsured rate of 14.1% 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.