Hendry County Health Data

Hendry County, Florida

Health Score

17/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

24.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.9 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

24.3%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

27

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

44

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hendry County, Florida

Hendry County's life expectancy lags nationally

At 74.9 years, Hendry County residents live about 5 years less than the U.S. average of 79.3 years. Nearly 28% of residents report poor or fair health, well above the national rate of 18%, signaling persistent health challenges across the county.

Below Florida's health averages

Hendry County's 74.9-year life expectancy falls short of Florida's 75.8-year average. The county also exceeds the state's uninsured rate by 10 percentage points—24.3% versus 14.4% statewide—a critical barrier to regular healthcare.

Rural access challenges stand out

Hendry's 27 primary care providers per 100,000 residents ranks lowest among nearby counties like Highlands (58 per 100K) and Collier County peers. This scarcity of primary care forces many residents to travel for routine services or delay preventive health visits.

High uninsured rate limits care access

More than 1 in 4 Hendry County residents lack health insurance, meaning routine checkups, prescriptions, and emergency care come at full cost. With only 27 primary care doctors per 100,000 people, the uninsured population faces compounded barriers to finding and affording care.

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If you're among the uninsured in Hendry County, healthcare options exist—from Medicaid expansion to marketplace plans. Visit Healthcare.gov or call 1-800-985-2550 to explore affordable coverage that fits your family's needs and connects you to local providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hendry County, FL?
Hendry County has a health score of 17/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #61 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 Hendry County?
Life expectancy in Hendry County is 74.9 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Hendry County below the state average.
How does Hendry County health compare to the Florida average?
Hendry County's health score of 17/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 74.9 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 24.3% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Hendry County?
Key health factors for Hendry County include: life expectancy (74.9 years), uninsured rate (24.3%), and primary care physician access (27:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 44:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hendry County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 17/100 ("Below Average"), Hendry County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.9 years. 24.3% 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 Hendry County?
Hendry County's health score of 17/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. The uninsured rate of 24.3% 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.