Hamilton County Health Data

Hamilton County, Florida

Health Score

14/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.5%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

7

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

22

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hamilton County, Florida

Hamilton faces critical health shortfalls

At 71.5 years, Hamilton County's life expectancy is the lowest in this analysis and trails the U.S. average of 76.1 years by 4.6 years. More than one in four residents (26.4%) report poor or fair health, far exceeding the national average of 17.8%.

Among Florida's most vulnerable counties

Hamilton's 71.5-year life expectancy ranks among the state's lowest, nearly 4.3 years below Florida's 75.8-year average. With only 7 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—an acute shortage—and 14.5% uninsured, the county faces severe healthcare infrastructure challenges.

Worst health outcomes in the region

Hamilton's 71.5-year life expectancy is the lowest among all eight counties, and its 7 primary care providers per 100,000 is by far the most severe provider shortage. Even Gadsden County, with significant challenges, has three times as many primary care providers.

Critical shortage of primary care access

Hamilton has just 7 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—a crisis-level shortage that forces patients to travel far for basic care. With 22 mental health providers per 100,000 and 14.5% uninsured, structural barriers to healthcare appear at every level.

Getting insured is the first step

Hamilton's health crisis demands immediate action: 14.5% of residents lack insurance, and severe provider shortages compound the problem. Visit healthcare.gov or Florida Medicaid (1-888-540-6446) to get covered—it's essential first aid for your health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hamilton County, FL?
Hamilton County has a health score of 14/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #65 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 Hamilton County?
Life expectancy in Hamilton County is 71.5 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Hamilton County below the state average.
How does Hamilton County health compare to the Florida average?
Hamilton County's health score of 14/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 71.5 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 14.5% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Hamilton County?
Key health factors for Hamilton County include: life expectancy (71.5 years), uninsured rate (14.5%), and primary care physician access (7:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 22:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hamilton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 14/100 ("Below Average"), Hamilton County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.5 years. 14.5% 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 Hamilton County?
Hamilton County's health score of 14/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. The uninsured rate of 14.5% 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.