Orange County Health Data

Orange County, Florida

Health Score

58/100

Average

Life Expectancy

79.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.0 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.2%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

93

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

306

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Orange County, Florida

Orange County's strong health profile

Orange County residents live 79.0 years on average, nearly matching the U.S. average of 79.3 years. With 17.6% reporting poor or fair health—below the national 18%—the county demonstrates solid disease management across its large, diverse population.

Above-average outcomes for large county

Orange County's 79.0-year life expectancy significantly exceeds Florida's 75.8-year average, placing it among the state's top-performing large counties. Its 17.6% poor/fair health rate matches Florida's typical range, reflecting good prevention and care coordination.

Central Florida's health leader

Orange County outperforms neighboring Osceola County by 1.8 years and Lake County by 2.4 years in life expectancy. With 93 primary care providers and 306 mental health providers per 100,000—the highest mental health provider density in this group—Orange County excels in psychiatric care access.

Robust provider network, good coverage

Orange County's 13.2% uninsured rate sits below Florida's 14.4%, ensuring most residents access the county's exceptional 93 primary care providers per 100,000. Urban density and major medical centers mean residents typically find appointments quickly and avoid long travel times.

Maintain your coverage advantage

Orange County's excellent health outcomes depend on sustained high insurance coverage rates. Visit healthcare.gov annually to review marketplace plans and ensure your family has access to the county's outstanding network of primary care and mental health providers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Orange County, FL?
Orange County has a health score of 58/100, rated "Average." It ranks #16 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 Orange County?
Life expectancy in Orange County is 79.0 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Orange County above the state average.
How does Orange County health compare to the Florida average?
Orange County's health score of 58/100 is above the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 79.0 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 13.2% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Orange County?
Key health factors for Orange County include: life expectancy (79.0 years), uninsured rate (13.2%), and primary care physician access (93:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 306:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Orange County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 58/100 ("Average"), Orange County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.0 years. 13.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Orange County healthier than the Florida average?
Orange County's health score of 58/100 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.