Taylor County Health Data

Taylor County, Florida

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

26/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.6 yr

State avg 75.8 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

State avg 14.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

46

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

51

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

21.7%

State avg 19.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

32.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 45.8 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

23.3

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 Taylor County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureTaylorState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.9%34.8%37.6%6.1 pts worse than state
Diabetes12.8%11.4%11.2%1.4 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure38.4%33.2%33.5%5.2 pts worse than state
Depression20.3%19.3%24.1%1.0 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureTaylorState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking19.7%15.5%16.3%4.2 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking16.7%17.0%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity30.5%26.2%27.0%4.3 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureTaylorState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.1%75.1%74.9%1.0 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)50.2%53.5%57.3%3.3 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.2%73.1%73.3%2.1 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureTaylorState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.8%18.8%18.6%2.0 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration41.6%39.4%37.3%2.2 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Taylor County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Taylor County Mental Health Provider Access Below National Median

Health data brief for Taylor County, Florida.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Taylor County has 51 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is about one-fifth of the national median of 250 per 100,000. This clinical provider ratio is reported alongside a life expectancy of 72.6 years, which is shorter than the Florida average of 75.8 years and the national average of 77 years. Additionally, 21.7% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, a figure higher than the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 13.4%, which is lower than the state average of 14.4% but higher than the national average of 10%. Primary care access includes 46 providers per 100,000 residents, below the national median of 70 per 100,000. These metrics describe the current healthcare landscape and general health status in the region. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Taylor 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.

Doctors Memorial Hospital Inc

ER
Not rated by CMS
(850) 584-0800
333 N Byron Butler Pkwy, Perry, FL 32347
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Taylor County, FL?
Taylor County has a health score of 26/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #50 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 Taylor County?
Life expectancy in Taylor County is 72.6 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Taylor County below the state average.
How does Taylor County health compare to the Florida average?
Taylor County's health score of 26/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 72.6 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 13.4% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Taylor County?
Key health factors for Taylor County include: life expectancy (72.6 years), uninsured rate (13.4%), and primary care physician access (46:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 51:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Taylor County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 26/100 ("Below Average"), Taylor County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.6 years. 13.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Taylor County?
Taylor County's health score of 26/100 is below the Florida average of 42/100. The uninsured rate of 13.4% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.