Madison County Health Data

Madison County, Florida

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

13/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.4 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.1%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

11

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

76

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

27.8%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

22.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 10.9 per 100K

Dentists

5.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

5.5

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 Madison County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.9%34.8%37.6%3.1 pts worse than state
Diabetes13.3%11.4%11.2%1.9 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure37.5%33.2%33.5%4.3 pts worse than state
Depression19.5%19.3%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.1%15.5%16.3%3.6 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking15.5%17.0%17.8%1.5 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity30.5%26.2%27.0%4.3 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup76.6%75.1%74.9%1.5 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)43.2%53.5%57.3%10.3 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)77.7%73.1%73.3%4.6 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMadisonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.6%18.8%18.6%1.8 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration44.3%39.4%37.3%4.9 pts worse than state

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

High poor and fair health rates reported in Madison County

Health data brief for Madison County, Florida.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Madison County, 27.8% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is significantly higher than the national average of 17%. Life expectancy is 72.4 years, shorter than the state average of 75.8 years and the national average of 77 years. The county has 11 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, compared to the national median of 70, and 76 mental health providers per 100,000, compared to the national median of 250. The uninsured rate is 16.1%, which exceeds the Florida average of 14.4% and the national average of 10%. These metrics reflect the health status and provider accessibility reported by federal and state agencies. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Madison 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.

Madison County Memorial Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(850) 973-2271
224 Nw Crane Ave, Madison, FL 32340
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 Madison County, FL?
Madison County has a health score of 13/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #66 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 Madison County?
Life expectancy in Madison County is 72.4 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Madison County below the state average.
How does Madison County health compare to the Florida average?
Madison County's health score of 13/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 72.4 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 16.1% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Madison County?
Key health factors for Madison County include: life expectancy (72.4 years), uninsured rate (16.1%), and primary care physician access (11:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 76:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Madison County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 13/100 ("Below Average"), Madison County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.4 years. 16.1% 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 Madison County?
Madison County's health score of 13/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. The uninsured rate of 16.1% 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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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.