St. Lucie County Health Data

St. Lucie County, Florida

Health Score

50/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

78.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.2 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

34

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

188

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in St. Lucie County, Florida

St. Lucie faces significant health challenges

At 78.2 years, St. Lucie County's life expectancy falls short of the U.S. average of 76.4 years by only 1.8 years, but 19.0% of residents report poor or fair health—significantly above the national rate of 17.3%. This gap signals underlying health disparities despite average life expectancy.

Below state average on key health measures

St. Lucie County's 78.2-year life expectancy trails Florida's 75.8-year average by 2.4 years, but its 14.1% uninsured rate closely mirrors the state's 14.4%, indicating coverage challenges persist. The county's 19.0% poor/fair health rate ranks among Florida's worst.

Struggles compared to surrounding counties

St. Lucie County residents have higher poor/fair health rates (19.0%) than Seminole (14.6%) and St. Johns (11.3%), reflecting localized health equity concerns. Its 14.1% uninsured rate also exceeds most regional peers except Suwannee County.

Primary care access is a critical gap

St. Lucie has only 34 primary care doctors per 100,000 residents—less than half the density in neighboring counties—making routine preventive care harder to access. With 14.1% uninsured and limited primary care availability, residents face real barriers to addressing health issues early.

Coverage is your first step toward better health

St. Lucie County residents without insurance should prioritize enrollment through the Florida Health Insurance Marketplace or Medicaid—coverage opens doors to the primary care this county needs. Call 1-800-MEDICARE or visit FloridaHealthFinder.gov to explore options today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of St. Lucie County, FL?
St. Lucie County has a health score of 50/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #28 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 St. Lucie County?
Life expectancy in St. Lucie County is 78.2 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making St. Lucie County above the state average.
How does St. Lucie County health compare to the Florida average?
St. Lucie County's health score of 50/100 is above the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 78.2 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 14.1% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect St. Lucie County?
Key health factors for St. Lucie County include: life expectancy (78.2 years), uninsured rate (14.1%), and primary care physician access (34:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 188:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is St. Lucie County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 50/100 ("Below Average"), St. Lucie County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.2 years. 14.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is St. Lucie County healthier than the Florida average?
St. Lucie County's health score of 50/100 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. St. Lucie County has better primary care access (34:1 ratio) than the state average (52:1).

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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.