Martin County Health Data

Martin County, Florida

Health Score

66/100

Average

Life Expectancy

80.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.4 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.5%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

69

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

254

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Martin County, Florida

Martin County's health advantage

Martin County residents enjoy a life expectancy of 80.4 years—more than a year above the U.S. average of 79.3 years. Only 15.4% report poor or fair health, compared to 18% nationally, reflecting strong preventive health practices across the county.

Florida's healthiest communities

Martin County ranks among Florida's top-performing counties with a life expectancy 4.6 years above the state average of 75.8 years. The county's low 15.4% poor/fair health rate places it solidly in the upper tier of state rankings.

Southeast Florida's health leader

Among southeast coastal counties, Martin leads with 80.4 years life expectancy—outpacing Miami-Dade by nearly a year. Its 69 primary care providers per 100,000 and 254 mental health providers per 100,000 rank among the state's best provider densities.

Strong insurance coverage supports wellness

Martin County's 13.5% uninsured rate is below Florida's average, meaning more residents access preventive care routinely. With abundant primary and mental health providers, residents experience shorter wait times and better health outcomes than most Florida counties.

Maintain your coverage advantage

Martin County's strong health outcomes are partly due to high insurance coverage rates. Review your current plan annually at healthcare.gov or with a local agent to ensure you're getting the best value for your family's needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Martin County, FL?
Martin County has a health score of 66/100, rated "Average." It ranks #6 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 Martin County?
Life expectancy in Martin County is 80.4 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Martin County above the state average.
How does Martin County health compare to the Florida average?
Martin County's health score of 66/100 is above the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 80.4 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 13.5% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Martin County?
Key health factors for Martin County include: life expectancy (80.4 years), uninsured rate (13.5%), and primary care physician access (69:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 254:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Martin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 66/100 ("Average"), Martin County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.4 years. 13.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Martin County healthier than the Florida average?
Martin County's health score of 66/100 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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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.