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Compared to Target

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Compared to Prior Value

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County: Alachua

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Adults who Binge Drink

Current Value:

County: Alachua Adults who Binge Drink

16.0%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 16.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.1%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 16.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (15.5%), Alachua has a value of 16.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(15.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Adults who Drink Excessively

Current Value:
19.2%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 19.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.9%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (18.0%), Alachua has a value of 19.2% which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(18.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Drug and Opioid-Involved Overdose Death Rate

12.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 12.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.7.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 46 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 12.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,303 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (27.8), Alachua has a value of 12.7 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(27.8)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (23.5), Alachua has a value of 12.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(23.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (12.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.1).
Prior Value
(12.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Adult Alcohol Use

Current Value:
30.7
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 30.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 39.1.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (40.9), Alachua has a value of 30.7 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(40.9)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (30.7) is less and better than the previously measured value (33.8).
Prior Value
(33.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Opioid Use

Current Value:
4.2
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 4.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.3.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (13.2), Alachua has a value of 4.2 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(13.2)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (4.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.2).
Prior Value
(4.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Substance Use

Current Value:
14.7
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 14.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.9.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (26.6), Alachua has a value of 14.7 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(26.6)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (14.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.3).
Prior Value
(15.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Adult Alcohol Use

40.2
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 40.2 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.3.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 65 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (22.5), Alachua has a value of 40.2 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(22.5)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (40.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (37.1).
Prior Value
(37.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Opioid Use

3.7
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 3.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.5.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 50 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (4.0), Alachua has a value of 3.7 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(4.0)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (3.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.1).
Prior Value
(4.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Substance Use

13.1
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 13.1 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.7.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (8.6), Alachua has a value of 13.1 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(8.6)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (13.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.8).
Prior Value
(12.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Death Rate due to Drug Poisoning

Current Value:
14.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 14.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.2.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 62 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 14.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,899 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (31.3), Alachua has a value of 14.4 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(31.3)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (27.2), Alachua has a value of 14.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(27.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (20.7), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(20.7)
<div>SU-03: Reduce drug overdose deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Alachua High School Students who have Used Methamphetamines

0.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 0.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 0.5%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 64 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (0.3%), Alachua has a value of 0.0% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(0.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (0.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1.0%).
Prior Value
(1.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua High School Students who Use Marijuana

Current Value:
16.1%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 16.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 64 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (12.2%), Alachua has a value of 16.1% which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(12.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (16.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (18.7%).
Prior Value
(18.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Teens who Binge Drink: High School Students

Current Value:
4.3%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 4.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.8%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 64 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (7.5%), Alachua has a value of 4.3% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(7.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (4.3%) is less and better than the previously measured value (12.0%).
Prior Value
(12.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Teens who Use Alcohol

Current Value:

County: Alachua Teens who Use Alcohol

21.5%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 21.5% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.1%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 64 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (15.5%), Alachua has a value of 21.5% which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(15.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (21.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (24.7%).
Prior Value
(24.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Adults with Cancer

Current Value:

County: Alachua Adults with Cancer

5.6%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 5.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.6%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 5.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.5%), Alachua has a value of 5.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Breast Cancer

Current Value:
19.6
Deaths per 100,000 females
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 19.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.3.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (18.4), Alachua has a value of 19.6 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(18.4)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (20.0), Alachua has a value of 19.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(20.0 in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Cancer Institute
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (19.6) is less and better than the previously measured value (20.1).
Prior Value
(20.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (15.3), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(15.3)

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cancer

Current Value:
146.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 146.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 157.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 176.8.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (138.3), Alachua has a value of 146.5 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(138.3)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (155.9), Alachua has a value of 146.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(155.9 in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Cancer Institute
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (146.5) is less and better than the previously measured value (152.1).
Prior Value
(152.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (122.7), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(122.7)

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Colorectal Cancer

Current Value:
13.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 13.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.0.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (12.2), Alachua has a value of 13.4 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(12.2)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7), Alachua has a value of 13.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.7 in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Cancer Institute
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (13.4) is less and better than the previously measured value (15.0).
Prior Value
(15.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (8.9), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.9)

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Lung Cancer

Current Value:
31.1
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 31.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 37.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 49.8.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (30.7), Alachua has a value of 31.1 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(30.7)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (38.5), Alachua has a value of 31.1 which is lower and better.
US Value
(38.5 in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Cancer Institute
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (31.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (32.1).
Prior Value
(32.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.1), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.1)

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Oral Cancer

Current Value:
3.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 3.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.2.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (2.8), Alachua has a value of 3.6 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(2.8)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.6), Alachua has a value of 3.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2.6 in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Cancer Institute
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (3.6) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (3.4).
Prior Value
(3.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Prostate Cancer

Current Value:
25.4
Deaths per 100,000 males
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 25.4 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.9.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (16.6), Alachua has a value of 25.4 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(16.6)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (19.4), Alachua has a value of 25.4 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(19.4 in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Cancer Institute
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (25.4) is less and better than the previously measured value (25.7).
Prior Value
(25.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (16.9), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(16.9)

County: Alachua Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
147.3
Cases per 100,000 females
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 147.3 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 122.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 132.1.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (123.5), Alachua has a value of 147.3 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(123.5)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (147.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (151.1).
Prior Value
(151.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Cancer: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Alachua Cancer: Medicare Population

13.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 13.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 13.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (14.0%), Alachua has a value of 13.0% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0%), Alachua has a value of 13.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (13.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (12.0%).
Prior Value
(12.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
7.3
Cases per 100,000 females
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 7.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.1.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (8.8), Alachua has a value of 7.3 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(8.8)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (7.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (8.8).
Prior Value
(8.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Cervical Cancer Screening: 21-65

Current Value:
75.7%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 75.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 79.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.5%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 75.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 81.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 79.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (82.8%), Alachua has a value of 75.7% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(82.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Colon Cancer Screening: Blood Stool Test Past Year

7.8%
(2016)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 7.8% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 14.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 11.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (16.0%), Alachua has a value of 7.8% which is lower and worse.
FL Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (7.8%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (5.3%).
Prior Value
(5.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Colon Cancer Screening: Sigmoidoscopy Past 5 Years and FOBT Past 3 Years, Colonoscopy Past 10 Years, or FOBT Past Year

70.7%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 70.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 65.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.2%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 70.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (66.4%), Alachua has a value of 70.7% which is higher and better.
US Value
(66.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Colon Cancer Screening: USPSTF Recommendation

Current Value:
75.5%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 75.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 73.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 70.1%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 75.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 70.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 67.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (72.4%), Alachua has a value of 75.5% which is higher and better.
US Value
(72.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Colorectal Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
36.0
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 36.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 40.2.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (34.7), Alachua has a value of 36.0 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(34.7)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (36.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (39.7).
Prior Value
(39.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Lung and Bronchus Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
57.0
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 57.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 62.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 70.7.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (53.8), Alachua has a value of 57.0 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(53.8)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (57.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (65.4).
Prior Value
(65.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Mammogram: 40+ Past Year

Current Value:

County: Alachua Mammogram: 40+ Past Year

55.8%
(2016)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 55.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 58.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 54.4%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (60.8%), Alachua has a value of 55.8% which is lower and worse.
FL Value
(60.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (55.8%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (53.9%).
Prior Value
(53.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Mammogram: 50-74 Past 2 Years

Current Value:
71.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 71.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 71.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 68.9%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 71.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 70.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 67.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (78.2%), Alachua has a value of 71.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(78.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (80.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(80.3%)

County: Alachua Mammography Screening: Medicare Population

Current Value:
50.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 50.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 44.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 40.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 50.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 45.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 40.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,123 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (46.0%), Alachua has a value of 50.0% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(46.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (47.0%), Alachua has a value of 50.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(47.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (50.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (49.0%).
Prior Value
(49.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Melanoma Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Alachua Melanoma Incidence Rate

23.2
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 23.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31.6.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (25.0), Alachua has a value of 23.2 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(25.0)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (23.2) is less and better than the previously measured value (23.3).
Prior Value
(23.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Oral Cavity and Pharynx Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
15.6
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 15.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.6.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (13.7), Alachua has a value of 15.6 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(13.7)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (15.6) is less and better than the previously measured value (16.9).
Prior Value
(16.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Pap Test in Past Year

Current Value:

County: Alachua Pap Test in Past Year

49.5%
(2016)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 49.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 45.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 40.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (48.4%), Alachua has a value of 49.5% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(48.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (49.5%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (36.7%).
Prior Value
(36.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
106.7
Cases per 100,000 males
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 106.7 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 86.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 99.4.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (90.5), Alachua has a value of 106.7 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(90.5)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (106.7) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (104.0).
Prior Value
(104.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Adults with Diabetes

Current Value:

County: Alachua Adults with Diabetes

11.2%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 11.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.4%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (11.7%), Alachua has a value of 11.2% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(11.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Diabetes

Current Value:
16.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 16.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.5.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (22.8), Alachua has a value of 16.2 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(22.8)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.8), Alachua has a value of 16.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(24.8 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (16.2) is less and better than the previously measured value (25.1).
Prior Value
(25.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Diabetes

Current Value:
18.3
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 18.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.5.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (27.3), Alachua has a value of 18.3 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(27.3)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (18.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (20.0).
Prior Value
(20.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Long-Term Complications of Diabetes

3.9
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 3.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.9.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 64 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (5.6), Alachua has a value of 3.9 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(5.6)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (3.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.1).
Prior Value
(4.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Short-Term Complications of Diabetes

0.7
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 0.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.4.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 51 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (0.9), Alachua has a value of 0.7 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(0.9)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (0.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.7).
Prior Value
(0.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Type 2 Diabetes

Current Value:
15.6
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 15.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.8.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (24.0), Alachua has a value of 15.6 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(24.0)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (15.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.3).
Prior Value
(17.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Uncontrolled Diabetes

Current Value:
12.9
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 12.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 25.9.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (19.1), Alachua has a value of 12.9 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(19.1)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (12.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.1).
Prior Value
(14.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Diabetes

Current Value:
29.2
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 29.2 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31.7.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (26.9), Alachua has a value of 29.2 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(26.9)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (29.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (27.4).
Prior Value
(27.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Long-Term Complications of Diabetes

13.1
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 13.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.8.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (12.4), Alachua has a value of 13.1 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(12.4)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (13.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.2).
Prior Value
(12.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Short-Term Complications of Diabetes

9.5
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 9.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.5.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 63 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (9.4), Alachua has a value of 9.5 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(9.4)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (9.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.9).
Prior Value
(8.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Type 2 Diabetes

21.8
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 21.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.6.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (20.2), Alachua has a value of 21.8 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(20.2)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (21.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (20.8).
Prior Value
(20.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Uncontrolled Diabetes

6.7
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 6.7 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.5.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 60 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (5.1), Alachua has a value of 6.7 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(5.1)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (6.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (6.4).
Prior Value
(6.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Diabetes: Medicare Population

Current Value:
23.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 23.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 23.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (25.0%), Alachua has a value of 23.0% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(25.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.0%), Alachua has a value of 23.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(24.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (23.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (23.0%).
Prior Value
(23.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Adults with Disability Living in Poverty

Current Value:
30.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 30.8% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.7%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 30.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (22.9%), Alachua has a value of 30.8% which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(22.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.9%), Alachua has a value of 30.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Children with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Alachua Children with a Disability

4.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (4.8%), Alachua has a value of 4.9%.
FL Value
(4.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.5%), Alachua has a value of 4.9%.
US Value
(4.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Persons with a Cognitive Difficulty

Current Value:
4.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (5.3%), Alachua has a value of 4.9%.
FL Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.3%), Alachua has a value of 4.9%.
US Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Persons with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Alachua Persons with a Disability

11.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (13.5%), Alachua has a value of 11.5%.
FL Value
(13.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9%), Alachua has a value of 11.5%.
US Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Persons with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
3.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (3.8%), Alachua has a value of 3.0%.
FL Value
(3.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.6%), Alachua has a value of 3.0%.
US Value
(3.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Persons with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
2.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (2.7%), Alachua has a value of 2.3%.
FL Value
(2.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.6%), Alachua has a value of 2.3%.
US Value
(2.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Persons with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
2.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (2.5%), Alachua has a value of 2.3%.
FL Value
(2.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Alachua has a value of 2.3%.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Persons with an Ambulatory Difficulty

Current Value:
5.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (7.3%), Alachua has a value of 5.8%.
FL Value
(7.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.7%), Alachua has a value of 5.8%.
US Value
(6.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Repeat Teen Births

Current Value:

County: Alachua Repeat Teen Births

12.5%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 12.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.7%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (12.8%), Alachua has a value of 12.5% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(12.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (12.5%) is less and better than the previously measured value (12.6%).
Prior Value
(12.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

Current Value:

County: Alachua Teen Birth Rate: 15-19

7.8
Live births per 1,000 females aged 15-19
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 7.8 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 26.7.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (13.2), Alachua has a value of 7.8 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(13.2)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.9), Alachua has a value of 7.8 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.9 in 2021)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (7.8) is less and better than the previously measured value (8.9).
Prior Value
(8.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua

Health / Food Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Food Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Salmonella Infection Incidence Rate

Current Value:
19.3
Cases per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 19.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.4.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (31.5), Alachua has a value of 19.3 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(31.5)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (19.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (30.1).
Prior Value
(30.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (11.5), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(11.5)

County: Alachua

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

Current Value:
71.8%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 71.8% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 76.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 74.4%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 71.8% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 76.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 73.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (74.7%), Alachua has a value of 71.8% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(74.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Adults with a Usual Source of Health Care

Current Value:
69.3%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 69.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 74.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 70.4%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (72.0%), Alachua has a value of 69.3% which is lower and worse.
FL Value
(72.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.

County: Alachua Adults with Health Insurance: 18-64

Current Value:
85.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 85.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 81.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 80.1%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 85.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (82.2%), Alachua has a value of 85.7% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(82.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (85.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (86.8%).
Prior Value
(86.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Children with Health Insurance

Current Value:
93.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 93.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 92.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 90.9%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 93.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 92.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (92.7%), Alachua has a value of 93.7% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(92.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (93.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (93.9%).
Prior Value
(93.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Median Monthly Medicaid Enrollment

Current Value:
19,317
Enrollments per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 19,317 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24,681 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31,456.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (24,510), Alachua has a value of 19,317 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(24,510)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (19,317) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (18,897).
Prior Value
(18,897)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Medicare Healthcare Costs

Current Value:

County: Alachua Medicare Healthcare Costs

$9,689
Dollars per enrollee
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value ($11,040), Alachua has a value of $9,689.
FL Value
($11,040)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value ($9,729), Alachua has a value of $9,689.
US Value
($9,729)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua ($9,689) is greater  than the previously measured value ($9,592).
Prior Value
($9,592)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Non-Physician Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:
341
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 341 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 106 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 341 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 65.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (158), Alachua has a value of 341 which is higher and better.
FL Value
(158)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (341) is greater and better than the previously measured value (323).
Prior Value
(323)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Persons with Health Insurance

Current Value:
87.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 87.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 84.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.2%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 87.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (84.9%), Alachua has a value of 87.6% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(84.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (87.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (88.5%).
Prior Value
(88.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (92.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(92.4%)
<div>AHS-01: Increase the proportion of people with health insurance <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Alachua Persons with Private Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
65.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (51.3%), Alachua has a value of 65.2%.
FL Value
(51.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (54.8%), Alachua has a value of 65.2%.
US Value
(54.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (65.2%) is greater  than the previously measured value (61.4%).
Prior Value
(61.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Persons with Public Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
17.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (25.2%), Alachua has a value of 17.0%.
FL Value
(25.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.8%), Alachua has a value of 17.0%.
US Value
(24.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (17.0%) is less  than the previously measured value (17.3%).
Prior Value
(17.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Preventable Hospital Stays: Medicare Population

Current Value:
3,224.0
Discharges per 100,000 Medicare enrollees
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 3,224.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3,278.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,712.0.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 3,224.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,729.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,374.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (3,085.0), Alachua has a value of 3,224.0 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(3,085.0)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (2,677.0), Alachua has a value of 3,224.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2,677.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (3,224.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (2,797.0).
Prior Value
(2,797.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:

County: Alachua Primary Care Provider Rate

155
Providers per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 155 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 51 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 32.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 65 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 155 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 47 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 29.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,984 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (73), Alachua has a value of 155 which is higher and better.
FL Value
(73)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (155) is less and worse than the previously measured value (163).
Prior Value
(163)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Households with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
87.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 87.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 87.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 81.1%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 87.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 79.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (88.9%), Alachua has a value of 87.5% which is lower and worse.
FL Value
(88.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.5%), Alachua has a value of 87.5% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(88.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Households with One or More Types of Computing Devices

96.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 96.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 90.2%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 96.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 88.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (95.2%), Alachua has a value of 96.6% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(95.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.0%), Alachua has a value of 96.6% which is higher and better.
US Value
(94.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Persons with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
88.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 88.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 90.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 84.4%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 88.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 87.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (91.0%), Alachua has a value of 88.7% which is lower and worse.
FL Value
(91.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (91.0%), Alachua has a value of 88.7% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(91.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Adults who Experienced a Stroke

Current Value:
3.0%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 3.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.8%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 3.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.2%), Alachua has a value of 3.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(3.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Adults who Experienced Coronary Heart Disease

Current Value:
6.0%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.9%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.4%), Alachua has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Adults who Have Taken Medications for High Blood Pressure

71.4%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 71.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 76.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 74.3%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 71.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 78.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 75.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (76.2%), Alachua has a value of 71.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(76.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke)

57.8
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 57.8 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 49.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 57.6.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (47.6), Alachua has a value of 57.8 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(47.6)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (38.8), Alachua has a value of 57.8 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(38.8 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (57.8) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (42.5).
Prior Value
(42.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (33.4), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(33.4)

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Coronary Heart Disease

68.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 68.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 93.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 119.6.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (88.8), Alachua has a value of 68.2 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(88.8)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (91.8), Alachua has a value of 68.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(91.8 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (68.2) is less and better than the previously measured value (68.8).
Prior Value
(68.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (71.1), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(71.1)

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Heart Attack

Current Value:
55.9
Deaths per 100,000 population 35+ years
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 55.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 46.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 52.7.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 50 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (42.5), Alachua has a value of 55.9 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(42.5)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (55.9) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (47.8).
Prior Value
(47.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Heart Failure

Current Value:
6.4
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 6.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.5.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (8.1), Alachua has a value of 6.4 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(8.1)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (6.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.2).
Prior Value
(7.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Hypertension

Current Value:
36.7
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 36.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 45.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 55.1.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (46.3), Alachua has a value of 36.7 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(46.3)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (36.7) is less and better than the previously measured value (44.0).
Prior Value
(44.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Heart Attack

34.1
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 35+ years
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 34.1 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31.9.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (26.3), Alachua has a value of 34.1 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(26.3 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (34.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (34.7).
Prior Value
(34.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Heart Failure

44.9
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 44.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 44.9.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (35.4), Alachua has a value of 44.9 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(35.4)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (44.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (44.1).
Prior Value
(44.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Hypertension

12.4
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 12.4 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.7.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 64 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (8.4), Alachua has a value of 12.4 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(8.4)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (12.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.3).
Prior Value
(12.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Atrial Fibrillation: Medicare Population

Current Value:
14.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 14.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 14.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (16.0%), Alachua has a value of 14.0% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Alachua has a value of 14.0%.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (14.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.0%).
Prior Value
(14.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Cholesterol Test History

Current Value:

County: Alachua Cholesterol Test History

84.1%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 84.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 86.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 84.9%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 84.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 85.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 84.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (87.6%), Alachua has a value of 84.1% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(87.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Heart Failure: Medicare Population

Current Value:
11.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 11.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 11.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (12.0%), Alachua has a value of 11.0% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Alachua has a value of 11.0%.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (11.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.0%).
Prior Value
(11.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua High Blood Pressure Prevalence

Current Value:
26.6%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 26.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 37.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 42.2%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (33.5%), Alachua has a value of 26.6% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(33.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (41.9%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(41.9%)

County: Alachua High Cholesterol Prevalence

Current Value:

County: Alachua High Cholesterol Prevalence

24.7%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 24.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 32.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.7%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (29.6%), Alachua has a value of 24.7% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(29.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.

County: Alachua High Cholesterol Prevalence: Past 5 Years

Current Value:
27.6%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 27.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 34.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 36.2%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 27.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 37.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (33.6%), Alachua has a value of 27.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(33.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Hyperlipidemia: Medicare Population

Current Value:
66.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 66.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 72.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 76.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 66.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 63.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 67.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (75.0%), Alachua has a value of 66.0% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(75.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Alachua has a value of 66.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (66.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (65.0%).
Prior Value
(65.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Hypertension: Medicare Population

Current Value:
65.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 65.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 70.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 72.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 65.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 67.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 71.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (69.0%), Alachua has a value of 65.0% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(69.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Alachua has a value of 65.0%.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (65.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (65.0%).
Prior Value
(65.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Ischemic Heart Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
21.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 21.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 21.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (27.0%), Alachua has a value of 21.0% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(27.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.0%), Alachua has a value of 21.0%.
US Value
(21.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (21.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (20.0%).
Prior Value
(20.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Stroke: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Alachua Stroke: Medicare Population

6.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 6.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (7.0%), Alachua has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
FL Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Alachua has a value of 6.0%.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (6.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (7.0%).
Prior Value
(7.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Adults 65+ with Influenza Vaccination

Current Value:
62.7%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 62.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 56.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 52.4%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (58.3%), Alachua has a value of 62.7% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(58.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.

County: Alachua Adults 65+ with Pneumonia Vaccination

Current Value:
67.4%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 67.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 68.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 63.6%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (66.8%), Alachua has a value of 67.4% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(66.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Influenza and Pneumonia

9.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 9.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.4.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (8.6), Alachua has a value of 9.4 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(8.6)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.0), Alachua has a value of 9.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.0 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (9.4) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (9.3).
Prior Value
(9.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Community Acquired Pneumonia

18.7
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 18.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.2.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (20.0), Alachua has a value of 18.7 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(20.0)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (18.7) is less and better than the previously measured value (23.5).
Prior Value
(23.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Hepatitis

Current Value:
0.5
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 0.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 0.8.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 36 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (0.5), Alachua has a value of 0.5.
FL Value
(0.5)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (0.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.5).
Prior Value
(0.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Immunization-Preventable Pneumonia and Influenza

18.3
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 18.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.0.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (24.1), Alachua has a value of 18.3 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(24.1)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (18.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (23.7).
Prior Value
(23.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Community Acquired Pneumonia

12.5
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 12.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.6.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (12.1), Alachua has a value of 12.5 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(12.1)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (12.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.5).
Prior Value
(13.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Hepatitis

2.0
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 2.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1.9.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 47 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (1.4), Alachua has a value of 2.0 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(1.4)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (2.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1.8).
Prior Value
(1.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Immunization-Preventable Pneumonia and Influenza

2.1
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 2.1 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.1.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 53 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (1.7), Alachua has a value of 2.1 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(1.7)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (2.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (2.6).
Prior Value
(2.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua COVID-19 Daily Average Case-Fatality Rate

Current Value:
0.0
Deaths per 100 cases
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 0.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 0.5.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 0.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.3.
U.S. Counties
(Mar 25, 2022)
The distribution is based on data from 2,811 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (0.7), Alachua has a value of 0.0 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(0.7)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.7), Alachua has a value of 0.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(1.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (0.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.0).
Prior Value
(0.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua COVID-19 Daily Average Incidence Rate

Current Value:
36.78
Cases per 100,000 population
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 36.78 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 31.11 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.10.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 36.78 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.84 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.01.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (34.27), Alachua has a value of 36.78 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(34.27)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.97), Alachua has a value of 36.78 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.97)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (36.78) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (0.00).
Prior Value
(0.00)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Flu Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
49.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 49.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 40.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 35.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 49.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 36.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (48.0%), Alachua has a value of 49.0% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(48.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.0%), Alachua has a value of 49.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(50.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (49.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (48.0%).
Prior Value
(48.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Kindergartners with Required Immunizations

Current Value:
91.5%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 91.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 92.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 90.9%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (91.7%), Alachua has a value of 91.5% which is lower and worse.
FL Value
(91.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (91.5%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (94.3%).
Prior Value
(94.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Persons Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Current Value:
69.4%
(May 10, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 69.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 58.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 44.8%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 69.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 52.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 44.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,125 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (69.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (69.4%).
Prior Value
(69.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Pneumonia Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
8.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 8.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 7.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 6.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 8.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 5.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (7.0%), Alachua has a value of 8.0% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.0%), Alachua has a value of 8.0%.
US Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (8.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (6.0%).
Prior Value
(6.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Tuberculosis Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Alachua Tuberculosis Incidence Rate

1.4
Cases per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 1.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.7.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (2.8), Alachua has a value of 1.4 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(2.8)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.5), Alachua has a value of 1.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(2.5 in 2022)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (1.4) is less and better than the previously measured value (2.1).
Prior Value
(2.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (1.4), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(1.4)

County: Alachua

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Babies with Low Birthweight

Current Value:

County: Alachua Babies with Low Birthweight

10.3%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 10.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.4%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (9.1%), Alachua has a value of 10.3% which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(9.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.5%), Alachua has a value of 10.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(8.5% in 2021)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (10.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.3%).
Prior Value
(10.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Infant Mortality Rate

Current Value:

County: Alachua Infant Mortality Rate

6.7
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 6.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.3.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (6.0), Alachua has a value of 6.7 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(6.0)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.4), Alachua has a value of 6.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(5.4 in 2021)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (6.7) is less and better than the previously measured value (10.5).
Prior Value
(10.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.0), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.0)
<div>MICH-02: Reduce the rate of infant deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Alachua Mothers who Received Early Prenatal Care

Current Value:
79.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 79.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 70.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 66.8%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (71.6%), Alachua has a value of 79.2% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(71.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (78.3%), Alachua has a value of 79.2% which is higher and better.
US Value
(78.3% in 2021)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (79.2%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (80.0%).
Prior Value
(80.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Preterm Births

Current Value:

County: Alachua Preterm Births

11.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 11.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.9%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (10.5%), Alachua has a value of 11.8% which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(10.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.5%), Alachua has a value of 11.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.5% in 2021)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (11.8%) is less and better than the previously measured value (12.1%).
Prior Value
(12.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (9.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(9.4%)

County: Alachua

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Adults Ever Diagnosed with Depression

Current Value:
18.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 18.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 18.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (18.4%), Alachua has a value of 18.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(18.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide

Current Value:
14.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 14.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.4.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (14.1), Alachua has a value of 14.5 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(14.1)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.5), Alachua has a value of 14.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.5 in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (14.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (13.4).
Prior Value
(13.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (12.8), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(12.8)
<div>MHMD-01: Reduce the suicide rate <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Adolescent Suicide and Intentional Self-inflicted Injury

33.3
ER visits per 10,000 population aged 10-17
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 33.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 44.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 61.0.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 65 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (50.4), Alachua has a value of 33.3 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(50.4)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (33.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (35.4).
Prior Value
(35.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Adult Mental Health

Current Value:
31.4
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 31.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 59.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 76.8.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (61.8), Alachua has a value of 31.4 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(61.8)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (31.4) is less and better than the previously measured value (36.1).
Prior Value
(36.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Adult Suicide and Intentional Self-inflicted Injury

18.9
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 18.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.9.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (26.0), Alachua has a value of 18.9 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(26.0)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (18.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.9).
Prior Value
(19.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Pediatric Mental Health

16.6
ER visits per 10,000 population under 18 years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 16.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.2.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (27.5), Alachua has a value of 16.6 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(27.5)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (16.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (20.3).
Prior Value
(20.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Adolescent Suicide and Intentional Self-inflicted Injury

73.4
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population aged 10-17
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 73.4 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 34.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 51.5.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 60 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (35.4), Alachua has a value of 73.4 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(35.4)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (73.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (86.5).
Prior Value
(86.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Adult Mental Health

63.4
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 63.4 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 51.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 67.5.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (62.5), Alachua has a value of 63.4 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(62.5)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (63.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (64.3).
Prior Value
(64.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Adult Suicide and Intentional Self-inflicted Injury

44.4
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 44.4 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.1.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (27.7), Alachua has a value of 44.4 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(27.7)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (44.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (44.4).
Prior Value
(44.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Hospitalization Rate due to Pediatric Mental Health

65.6
Hospitalizations per 10,000 population under 18 years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 65.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 46.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 72.9.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 64 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (48.6), Alachua has a value of 65.6 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(48.6)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (65.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (68.2).
Prior Value
(68.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Depression: Medicare Population

Current Value:
18.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 18.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 18.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (18.0%), Alachua has a value of 18.0%.
FL Value
(18.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.0%), Alachua has a value of 18.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (18.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (18.0%).
Prior Value
(18.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Frequent Mental Distress

Current Value:

County: Alachua Frequent Mental Distress

15.4%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 15.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.4%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 15.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (14.2%), Alachua has a value of 15.4% which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(14.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Alachua has a value of 15.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (15.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.8%).
Prior Value
(14.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Alachua Mental Health Provider Rate

Current Value:

County: Alachua Mental Health Provider Rate

675
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 675 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 125 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 675 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 137 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 62.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,956 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (206), Alachua has a value of 675 which is higher and better.
FL Value
(206)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (675) is greater and better than the previously measured value (664).
Prior Value
(664)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Poor Mental Health: 14+ Days

Current Value:
16.4%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 16.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.4%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 16.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (13.5%), Alachua has a value of 16.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Life Expectancy

Current Value:

County: Alachua Life Expectancy

77.9
Years
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 77.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 74.1.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 77.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 73.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,070 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (78.5), Alachua has a value of 77.9 which is lower and worse.
FL Value
(78.5)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (77.6), Alachua has a value of 77.9 which is higher and better.
US Value
(77.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Premature Death

Current Value:

County: Alachua Premature Death

6,730.1
Years per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 6,730.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10,189.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12,103.2.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (8,277.7), Alachua has a value of 6,730.1 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(8,277.7)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (6,730.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (7,884.6).
Prior Value
(7,884.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Females

33.0%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 33.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 35.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 31.8%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 33.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 36.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 33.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (37.9%), Alachua has a value of 33.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(37.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Males

43.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 43.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 38.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 35.1%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 43.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 42.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 39.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (43.7%), Alachua has a value of 43.9% which is higher and better.
US Value
(43.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Adults 65+ with a Disability

Current Value:
32.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (31.8%), Alachua has a value of 32.2%.
FL Value
(31.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.3%), Alachua has a value of 32.2%.
US Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Adults 65+ with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
14.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (12.7%), Alachua has a value of 14.5%.
FL Value
(12.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Alachua has a value of 14.5%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Adults 65+ with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
7.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (6.7%), Alachua has a value of 7.2%.
FL Value
(6.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.4%), Alachua has a value of 7.2%.
US Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Adults 65+ with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
7.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (5.9%), Alachua has a value of 7.3%.
FL Value
(5.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Alachua has a value of 7.3%.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Adults 65+ with an Independent Living Difficulty

Current Value:
12.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (12.3%), Alachua has a value of 12.0%.
FL Value
(12.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.6%), Alachua has a value of 12.0%.
US Value
(13.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Alzheimer's Disease or Dementia: Medicare Population

7.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 7.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 7.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (7.0%), Alachua has a value of 7.0%.
FL Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Alachua has a value of 7.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (7.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.0%).
Prior Value
(7.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Adults 65+ with Total Tooth Loss

Current Value:
11.4%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 11.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.0%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 11.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (13.4%), Alachua has a value of 11.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Adults who Visited a Dentist

Current Value:
57.4%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 57.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 55.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 48.7%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 57.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 60.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 54.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (64.8%), Alachua has a value of 57.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(64.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Dental Problems

Current Value:
83.6
ER visits per 10,000 population
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 83.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 79.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 106.5.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (57.6), Alachua has a value of 83.6 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(57.6)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (83.6) is less and better than the previously measured value (98.6).
Prior Value
(98.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Dentist Rate

Current Value:

County: Alachua Dentist Rate

191
Dentists per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 191 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 30.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 191 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 27.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,054 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (64), Alachua has a value of 191 which is higher and better.
FL Value
(64)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (191) is greater and better than the previously measured value (189).
Prior Value
(189)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Population with Fluoridated Water

Current Value:
91.4%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the FL Value (78.1%), Alachua has a value of 91.4% which is higher and better.
FL Value
(78.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (91.4%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (91.9%).
Prior Value
(91.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Alachua Adults with Arthritis

Current Value:

County: Alachua Adults with Arthritis

20.7%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 20.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31.6%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 20.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (24.2%), Alachua has a value of 20.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(24.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Adults with Kidney Disease

Current Value:

County: Alachua Adults with Kidney Disease

2.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 2.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.1%.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 67 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 2.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.0%), Alachua has a value of 2.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(3.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Kidney Disease

Current Value:
11.1
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 11.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.1.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 49 Florida counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Alachua has a value of 11.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,416 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the FL Value (9.7), Alachua has a value of 11.1 which is higher and worse.
FL Value
(9.7)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.8), Alachua has a value of 11.1 which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (11.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.0).
Prior Value
(9.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Alachua Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Dehydration

Current Value:
10.1
ER visits per 10,000 population 18+ years
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to FL Counties, Alachua has a value of 10.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.6.
FL Counties
The distribution is based on data from 66 Florida counties.
Compared to the FL Value (18.1), Alachua has a value of 10.1 which is lower and better.
FL Value
(18.1)
The regional value is compared to the Florida State value.
Compared to the prior value, Alachua (10.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (13.1).
Prior Value
(13.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Alachua value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.