Volusia County Health Data
Volusia County, Florida
Health Score
49/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
75.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.0 yr
State avg 75.8 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
12.8%
State avg 14.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
68
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
176
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Volusia County, Florida
Volusia County life expectancy near national average
At 75.0 years, Volusia County residents live near the U.S. average of 76.4 years, though 16.4% report poor or fair health—slightly below the national rate of 17.3%. The county maintains moderate health outcomes.
Below Florida's health benchmarks overall
Volusia County's 75.0-year life expectancy falls slightly below Florida's 75.8-year average, and its 12.8% uninsured rate beats the state's 14.4% average. The county shows mixed health indicators across different metrics.
Lower outcomes than wealthier regional counties
Volusia County residents live 6.0 years fewer than St. Johns County (81.0 years) and 4.1 years fewer than Seminole County (79.1 years). Its 12.8% uninsured rate is slightly lower than Seminole's 11.5%, indicating comparable coverage challenges persist.
Moderate provider access supports most residents
Volusia County has 68 primary care doctors per 100,000 residents and 176 mental health providers per 100,000, offering decent access for a Florida coastal county. With 12.8% uninsured, most residents can seek routine and preventive care.
Secure coverage to maintain your health trajectory
Volusia County's 12.8% uninsured rate represents roughly 40,000 residents without coverage; those without insurance should explore options through the Florida Health Insurance Marketplace or Medicaid. Annual enrollment ensures continuous protection for your health and financial security.
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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.