Florida’s opioid crisis isn’t confined to major cities. Martin County — known for its beaches and retirement communities — is quietly experiencing a crisis of its own. Behind the scenic views and calm neighborhoods, overdose rates and opioid-related emergencies continue to mount.
If your organization, clinic, church, or recovery group works with people struggling with substance use, this is information you can use. This article covers the most recent, verified data on drug use, overdoses, and treatment access in Martin County, Florida, sourced from the Florida Department of Health’s FL-DOSE system.
🔥 Martin County Opioid Stats: A Data Snapshot
All statistics below reflect the most recent full-year reporting, as gathered in the Martin County Substance Use Data Report (PDF), compiled using official FL-DOSE data.
📉 Overdose Deaths
- 37 confirmed opioid-related deaths in Martin County (2023)
- 49 total fatal overdoses, up from 37 the previous year
➡️ That’s nearly 1 overdose death per week in a county with fewer than 170,000 residents.
🏥 Emergency Room Visits
- 313 non-fatal overdoses treated in ERs
- Overdoses peaked in the 35–44 age group
These numbers represent a system under pressure, and patients who still have a chance to recover with timely treatment.
💊 Naloxone Use
- 167 naloxone administrations (Narcan) reported by EMS in a single year
- That’s 1 reversal every two days in Martin County alone
Many of these lives could have been lost without emergency access to Narcan.
📦 Prescription Volume
- 3.8 opioid prescriptions per 10 residents — slightly above the state average
- 4,406 buprenorphine prescriptions filled (used in treatment like Suboxone)
This shows progress in MAT usage, but also highlights the continued role of prescription opioids in the addiction landscape.
⚠️ Legal and Law Enforcement Activity
- 188 drug-related arrests reported
- 7 opioid-related DUI citations issued
Enforcement isn’t the whole answer. These numbers show a community in need of proactive care, not just punishment.
🧭 What This Means for Martin County
Martin County’s substance use crisis isn’t isolated — it’s a mirror of Florida’s larger opioid problem. But here, the numbers are personal. Behind every statistic is a family, a neighbor, or a coworker.
The good news: there are proven treatments that work.
🏥 Help Is Available in Martin County
Pinnacle Wellness Group provides evidence-based medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for individuals struggling with opioid or alcohol use disorder. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify, and appointments are often available quickly.
We also partner with mental health professionals to support people with dual diagnoses.
📞 Contact Pinnacle Wellness Group today to explore treatment options, financial support, or partnerships.
📄 View the Verified Data
All data in this article comes from the Florida Department of Health’s FL-DOSE Program and is compiled in our downloadable report:
🔽 Download the Martin County Substance Use Data Report (PDF)
(Includes overdose deaths, EMS response, hospitalizations, prescriptions, and more)
