Manatee County Health Data

Manatee County, Florida

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

55/100

Average

Life Expectancy

79.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.8 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.8%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

62

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

131

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.6%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

16.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 62.0 per 100K

Dentists

3.6

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

15.9

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 Manatee County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureManateeState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity32.7%34.8%37.6%2.1 pts better than state
Diabetes10.1%11.4%11.2%1.3 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure30.4%33.2%33.5%2.8 pts better than state
Depression19.1%19.3%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureManateeState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.1%15.5%16.3%2.4 pts better than state
Binge Drinking17.7%17.0%17.8%0.7 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity23.0%26.2%27.0%3.2 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureManateeState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup75.6%75.1%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)56.6%53.5%57.3%3.1 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.6%73.1%73.3%1.5 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureManateeState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.6%18.8%18.6%1.2 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration40.5%39.4%37.3%1.1 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Manatee County nationally on physical inactivity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Life expectancy in Manatee County reaches nearly 80 years

Health data brief for Manatee County, Florida.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Residents of Manatee County have an average life expectancy of 79.8 years, which is higher than the Florida average of 75.8 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate in the county is 15.8%, which is higher than the state average of 14.4% and the national average of 10%. For healthcare access, there are 62 primary care providers per 100,000 people, slightly lower than the national median of 70. Mental health provider availability is 131 per 100,000, which is below the national median of 250. About 17.6% of residents report poor or fair health, a figure that is consistent with the national average of 17%. These figures describe the health profile of the county's population. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Manatee 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.

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

ER
4/5
(941) 782-2100
8330 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34202
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Manatee Memorial Hospital

ER
3/5
(941) 746-5111
206 2nd St E, Bradenton, FL 34208
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Hca Florida Blake Hospital

ER
2/5
(941) 798-6110
2020 59th St W, Bradenton, FL 34209
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

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 Manatee County, FL?
Manatee County has a health score of 55/100, rated "Average." It ranks #21 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 Manatee County?
Life expectancy in Manatee County is 79.8 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Manatee County above the state average.
How does Manatee County health compare to the Florida average?
Manatee County's health score of 55/100 is above the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 79.8 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 15.8% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Manatee County?
Key health factors for Manatee County include: life expectancy (79.8 years), uninsured rate (15.8%), and primary care physician access (62:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 131:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Manatee County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 55/100 ("Average"), Manatee County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.8 years. 15.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Manatee County healthier than the Florida average?
Manatee County's health score of 55/100 exceeds the Florida average of 42/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.