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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Volusia County, FL?
Volusia County has a health score of 49/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #30 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 Volusia County?
Life expectancy in Volusia County is 75.0 years. The Florida state average is 75.8 years, making Volusia County below the state average.
How does Volusia County health compare to the Florida average?
Volusia County's health score of 49/100 is above the Florida average of 42/100. Life expectancy is 75.0 years vs. the state average of 75.8 years. The uninsured rate is 12.8% vs. 14.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Volusia County?
Key health factors for Volusia County include: life expectancy (75.0 years), uninsured rate (12.8%), and primary care physician access (68:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 176:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Volusia County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 49/100 ("Below Average"), Volusia County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Florida. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.0 years. 12.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Volusia County healthier than the Florida average?
Volusia County's health score of 49/100 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.