Caroline County Health Data
Caroline County, Maryland
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
43/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
74.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.5 yr
State avg 77.0 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.7%
State avg 6.4%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
30
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
69
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
21.6%
State avg 16.0%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
32.9
per 100K residentsCDC: 30.0 per 100K
Dentists
21.0
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
12.0
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 Caroline County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Caroline | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 41.3% | 36.4% | 37.6% | 4.9 pts worse than state |
| Diabetes | 11.8% | 10.7% | 11.2% | 1.1 pts worse than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.5% | 34.1% | 33.5% | 2.4 pts worse than state |
| Depression | 25.1% | 21.8% | 24.1% | 3.3 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Caroline | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 17.4% | 12.9% | 16.3% | 4.5 pts worse than state |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% | 16.5% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% | 23.7% | 27.0% | 3.6 pts worse than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Caroline | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 76.4% | 77.4% | 74.9% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 55.3% | 62.7% | 57.3% | 7.4 pts worse than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 75.1% | 79.0% | 73.3% | 3.9 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Caroline | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 19.4% | 17.0% | 18.6% | 2.4 pts worse than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 41.3% | 38.2% | 37.3% | 3.1 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Caroline County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Caroline County Mental Health Provider Ratio Well Below National Benchmarks
Health data brief for Caroline County, Maryland.
Caroline County has 69 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a rate significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. This low ratio is accompanied by a primary care provider rate of 30 per 100,000, which is also lower than the national median of 70. The percentage of adults reporting poor or fair health is 21.6%, exceeding the national average of 17%. Life expectancy in the county is 74.5 years, trailing the Maryland state average of 77.0 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 8.7%, which is higher than the state average of 6.4% but remains below the national average of 10%. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Caroline County, Maryland
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.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Caroline County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
eHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Caroline County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in Maryland.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Caroline County, MD?
What is the life expectancy in Caroline County?
How does Caroline County health compare to the Maryland average?
What health factors affect Caroline County?
Is Caroline County a healthy place to live?
What are the biggest health challenges in Caroline County?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.