Pinellas County Health Data

Pinellas County, Florida

Health Score

54/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.6 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.0%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

91

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

286

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Pinellas County, Florida

Pinellas beats national health benchmarks

Pinellas County residents live to 77.6 years on average, outpacing the U.S. average of 76.4 years by 1.2 years. With 17.7% reporting poor or fair health—below the national average of 18%—the county demonstrates strong preventive care and chronic disease management.

Tops Florida's health outcome rankings

Pinellas's 77.6-year life expectancy stands nearly 2 years above Florida's 75.8-year average, ranking the county among the state's healthiest. This performance reflects established medical infrastructure, aging but insured retiree populations, and robust provider networks.

Regional health leader alongside Sarasota

Pinellas's 77.6-year life expectancy leads its immediate neighbors, with only Sarasota County's 80.3 years and Palm Beach's 80.7 years surpassing it in the state. The county's advantage over Pasco (76.2) reflects better-resourced health systems and higher healthcare access.

Best-in-class provider access

Pinellas leads most Florida counties with 91 primary care providers and 286 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, ensuring robust care access. At 13.0% uninsured, the county remains near Florida's average, meaning gaps persist despite ample providers—a sign of affordability and enrollment challenges.

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Even in well-resourced Pinellas, over 13% lack insurance. Explore marketplace plans with subsidies, Medicaid eligibility, and employer programs at Healthcare.gov or contact Pinellas County's enrollment navigators at 211.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Pinellas County, FL?
Pinellas County has a health score of 54/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #25 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 Pinellas County?
Life expectancy in Pinellas County is 77.6 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Pinellas County above the state average.
How does Pinellas County health compare to the Florida average?
Pinellas County's health score of 54/100 is above the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 77.6 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 13.0% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Pinellas County?
Key health factors for Pinellas County include: life expectancy (77.6 years), uninsured rate (13.0%), and primary care physician access (91:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 286:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Pinellas County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 54/100 ("Below Average"), Pinellas County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.6 years. 13.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Pinellas County healthier than the Florida average?
Pinellas County's health score of 54/100 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.