Confidential, low-cost, and free STD testing across Florida — compare clinics, labs, costs, and at-home options, and see how Florida's reported STI rates stack up against the South and the nation.
1,283 public & community clinics serve Florida. Below are 14 testing centers from Florida's largest cities — open any city for its full local list.
Listings tagged Community health center are federally funded health centers and rural clinics that treat everyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay — required to bill on a sliding fee scale and provide confidential care, and in many states minors may consent to their own STI testing. A Title X tag flags centers funded for confidential family-planning services; confirm current participation when you call.
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs operate across Florida — each lab's town is shown on its card below. Many
test through a doctor's order or by appointment rather than walk-in, so call ahead to
confirm STD/STI testing and availability before visiting.
Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records, filtered to active labs
certified for moderate-to-high-complexity testing — the level chlamydia/gonorrhea NAAT and syphilis serology
require — across Florida. Any star rating is the CMS Hospital Compare overall rating where the lab is a rated
hospital. Inclusion is not an endorsement and doesn't confirm a facility offers STD testing — always call to verify.
Test from home
At-home STD testing in Florida
if you'd rather skip the
trip, an at-home kit ships to Florida, you collect the sample privately, and mail it back to a CLIA-certified
lab. Results come online in days, with a clinician available if anything is positive. Same labs as a clinic,
no waiting room — and you can read how accurate at-home STD tests are before you order.
Want a free option first? The CDC-supported
TakeMeHome
program mails free at-home HIV self-test kits — and, in many areas, free STI kits — to your door, with no insurance or payment needed. The paid kits below add broader panels and faster turnaround.
Best range — couples & full panels
myLAB Box
$79 & up
Screens for:
Up to 14 infections — incl. HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis & herpes
Every kit uses CLIA-certified labs. At-home testing is for screening; a reactive result should be confirmed and
treated by a clinician. Prices and panels shown are illustrative and change often — confirm current details on
the provider's site.
About Florida
Getting tested in Florida
Florida offers eight STD tests across a network that includes 532 featured labs, 1,283 public clinics, and 8,679 pharmacies, serving all 67 counties and 2,595 cities. Whether you prefer free public clinics, sliding‑scale community health centers, at‑home kits, or traditional labs, there’s an option at every price point. Explore the clinic or city pages below to find testing options near you.
Free & low-cost testing in all 67 counties · at-home kits ship statewide
Largest metros
Where most Florida testing demand concentrates — each has its own local guide.
State-level Census (ACS) figures that shape testing demand and access. Median age and income are population-weighted estimates.
Residents
22,610,726
Median age
42
Median income
$74,369
Below poverty
13.1%
College-educated
34%
Statewide data
STDs & HIV in Florida: the statewide picture
How reported STI rates across Florida compare with the South region and the United States, using the most recent CDC surveillance data. Data for all 67 counties feeds the county and city pages linked below. About 12.1% of Florida adults are uninsured — a key reason the free and low-cost testing options below matter.
An estimated ~25% of Florida residents are aged 15–34 (ACS) — the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally, which is why testing access across the state matters.
Florida ranks #18 of 51 U.S. states & DC for chlamydia
Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Florida vs South vs U.S.
FloridaSouthU.S.
Infection
Florida
South
United States
Chlamydia
498.9112,804 cases▲ 1%
545.3
492.2
Gonorrhea
206.746,726 cases▲ 15%
206.3
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
19.34,366 cases▲ 22%
18.4
15.8
Syphilis (early)
25.15,667 cases▲ 57%
19.9
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
37.78,531 cases▲ 28%
34.1
29.5
Rates per 100,000 population, latest year. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (all-ages basis). Bars are scaled to the highest rate shown; the badge is each Florida rate versus the U.S. average.
Reported STD rates in Florida over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▲ 4% vs 2022
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Florida, chlamydia has risen from 464.4 to 498.9 per 100,000 (7%), gonorrhea has risen from 189.4 to 206.7 per 100,000 (9%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 16.3 to 19.3 per 100,000 (18%).
The 2020 dip reflects reduced pandemic-era screening, not lower transmission. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus.
Community health context
What shapes testing access in Florida
Adults uninsured
12.1%
Primary-care shortage counties
66 of 67
Public & community clinics
1,283
Pharmacies statewide
8,679
Social Vulnerability Index · Florida's counties average the 70th percentile nationally
Lower insurance coverage and a thin clinic-to-population ratio raise the value of free public clinics and confidential at-home testing across Florida (pop. 22,610,726). Sources: U.S. Census ACS (uninsured), HRSA & CDC NPIN (clinics), NPPES & OpenStreetMap (pharmacies), CDC/ATSDR SVI.
Statewide HIV snapshot
HIV in Florida (2023)
New diagnoses
22.7 / 100k
People living with HIV
123,279
On PrEP (coverage)
33.8%
Virally suppressed
69.6%
Florida HIV care continuum (2023)
Florida reports 22.7 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 — above the U.S. rate of 13.7. The rate has risen33% since 2020.
Among Florida residents living with HIV, 87.9% know their status · 82.5% are linked to care · 77.6% are in care · 69.6% are virally suppressed.
On prevention, 33.8% of those who could benefit from PrEP are taking it (above the 31.3% national average).
Early, routine testing is what moves these numbers — it is the entry point to PrEP, treatment, and viral suppression.
Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus. The CDC recommends everyone aged 13–64 test for HIV at least once — every clinic and lab listed above offers HIV testing.
Also screened
Viral hepatitis in Florida
Comprehensive panels also screen for hepatitis B and C, both sexually transmissible. Per 100,000, Florida vs U.S.
Hepatitis A (acute)
0.4U.S. 0.5
Hepatitis B (acute)
3.1U.S. 0.7
Hepatitis C (acute)
6.3U.S. 1.5
Congenital syphilis in Florida
Pregnant or planning to be?
Congenital syphilis — passed from parent to baby in pregnancy — is the fastest-rising STI in the country.
Florida reported 235 cases in 2023, up from 154 in 2020.
Nationally, cases climbed from 2,163 (2020) to 3,882 (2023).
It is almost entirely preventable with a syphilis test at the first prenatal visit.
Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023.
How Florida's STD rates compare
Florida reported a chlamydia rate of 498.9 per 100,000 in its most recent surveillance year — 1% above the U.S. average of 492.2, and below the South regional rate of 545.3. Gonorrhea ran 206.7 per 100,000, and primary-and-secondary syphilis 19.3.
Among the 50 states and DC, Florida ranks #18 of 51 for chlamydia. Statewide chlamydia has risen 7% since 2020. The 2020 dip in the trend reflects reduced pandemic-era screening, not lower transmission — and because most STDs are silent, reported counts understate true spread.
Florida's STD Testing Access Varies by Location and Provider Type
Florida has 67 counties, with 66 designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSA). The state offers 1,283 public clinics, 8,679 pharmacies, and 532 featured labs. These providers include free public clinics, sliding-scale community health centers, pharmacies with at-home kits, and labs. The high number of pharmacies ensures widespread access, while HPSA designations highlight areas needing more resources.
12.1% of Florida residents are uninsured, but testing services often use sliding-scale fees or free options. Public clinics and community health centers prioritize affordability, while pharmacies provide at-home testing kits. These measures aim to reduce financial barriers, though availability varies by region.
The combination of 1,283 public clinics and 8,679 pharmacies ensures testing access across urban and rural areas. Featured labs offer specialized services, while pharmacies’ at-home kits provide convenience. Despite HPSA designations in 66 counties, the extensive provider network supports statewide coverage.
Who's most at risk — and how often to test
About 25% of Florida residents are aged 15–34. The CDC estimates people aged 15–24 account for roughly half of all new STIs nationwide despite being a small share of the population, so screening guidance is age-aware.
Sexually active women under 25 — and anyone with new or multiple partners — should test for chlamydia and gonorrhea every year; everyone aged 13–64 should test for HIV at least once; and pregnant residents are screened early in pregnancy. Because most STDs cause no symptoms, testing on the CDC's schedule — not only when something feels wrong — is the reliable way to catch an infection before it spreads.
Florida Offers Multiple STD Prevention Options and Accessible Testing
Florida provides condoms, HPV and hepatitis B vaccinations, and HIV prevention medication (PrEP) to reduce STD transmission. These methods are available through healthcare providers and public health initiatives. Testing access is widespread, with 532 featured labs, 1,283 public clinics, and 8,679 pharmacies offering services across the state.
Public clinics and pharmacies serve as primary access points for STD prevention and care. With 8,679 pharmacies, Floridians have extensive retail-based options for testing and vaccinations. Public clinics, numbering 1,283, prioritize underserved communities, ensuring coverage in both urban and rural areas. Featured labs support specialized testing, complementing these resources.
Residents can utilize Florida’s network of 532 labs, 1,283 clinics, and 8,679 pharmacies for STD prevention and treatment. Vaccinations for HPV and hepatitis B, along with PrEP, are widely available through these providers. Condom distribution and education programs further support prevention efforts, reinforcing accessible care options statewide.
Reported counts only capture people who got tested — and with Florida's rates running above the national average and most STDs causing no symptoms, the true spread is higher still. That gap is exactly why routine screening matters here.
Untreated, these infections do lasting damage: chlamydia and gonorrhea scar the reproductive system and cause infertility; syphilis can lead to stillbirth and organ damage; any active STI raises HIV risk. Caught early, almost all are curable or controllable with a single course of treatment.
Make it routine, not reactive: test as part of your annual check-up if you're sexually active, every three months with new or multiple partners, and before unprotected sex with a new partner. Since 2015 the CDC has urged insurers to cover annual screening for women under 25 at no cost.
Testing protects more than you: a silent infection passes to partners unknowingly. When Florida residents test on a schedule, the whole state's transmission drops — knowing your status is the single highest-leverage thing you can do.
Reference
STD testing guidelines for Florida
Two quick references for getting tested in Florida: the CDC's screening schedule (who should test, and how often) and the detection "window" for each infection (the earliest a test can reliably detect it). Select any infection to open its in-depth testing guide — every clinic and lab listed above for Florida screens for them.
Who should get tested, and how often
Based on current CDC screening recommendations.
Group
Tests
How often
Everyone aged 13–64
HIV
At least once
Sexually active women under 25
Chlamydia, gonorrhea
Every year
Women 25+ with new or multiple partners
Chlamydia, gonorrhea
Every year
Pregnant people
HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B & C, chlamydia
Early in pregnancy
Gay & bisexual men (MSM)
Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV
Every 3–6 months
Anyone who shares injection equipment
HIV, hepatitis B & C
At least yearly
All adults at least once
Hepatitis C
At least once
When to test: STD detection windows
Testing too early can return a false negative — confirm timing with a Florida-area provider.
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the
community health centers serving Florida often test free or on a sliding scale; private labs and at-home kits
bundle several tests into one fee. Use this as a per-test benchmark before you pay out of pocket, or see the full
guide to STD test costs for insurance, free, and at-home options.
Test
Reference price
CPT / HCPCS
Chlamydia (NAAT)
$47.80
87491
Gonorrhea (NAAT)
$47.80
87591
Trichomoniasis (NAAT)
$47.76
87661
HIV-1/2 antigen/antibody
$79.20
87389
HIV-1/2 antibody
$22.44
86703
Syphilis (RPR/VDRL)
$5.61
86592
Syphilis (treponemal antibody)
$17.49
86780
Herpes (HSV NAAT)
$47.76
87529
Hepatitis B surface antigen
$15.33
87340
Hepatitis C antibody
$29.16
86803
Source: Medicare Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule, CMS — 2025 rates (data.cms.gov). Reference rate for the lab assay only — a clinic visit, sample collection, or a
bundled multi-test panel may cost more. Medicaid and most insurers cover STD screening at no out-of-pocket cost.
Privacy
Confidentiality & consent in Florida
The questions Florida residents ask most before testing, answered under Florida law — which sets confidentiality and consent the same way statewide. Prefer to keep your name off the record? See our guide to anonymous STD testing.
Can a minor consent?
In Florida, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own — no parental permission is required.
Will it show on my insurance?
If you use health insurance, an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) may be mailed to the policyholder. Under HIPAA you can ask your insurer in writing to send communications confidentially. To keep a test fully private, choose a self-pay private lab, an at-home kit, or a public health clinic — none of these bill your insurance.
Anonymous & no-insurance options
Public health clinics and at-home kits let you test without involving insurance or your regular doctor. Many Florida health departments offer free or low-cost STI testing, and several sites provide anonymous HIV testing.
Can my partner be treated too?
Yes. Florida permits Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT): if you test positive for chlamydia or gonorrhea, your provider can give you medication to pass to your partner — no separate exam or appointment needed for them.
Source: Guttmacher Institute — Minors' Access to STI Services; HIPAA 45 CFR 164.522; CDC — Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy (last updated Jul 2025). General information, not legal advice.
Prevention & treatment
PrEP, prevention & online treatment
Testing is one step. For residents of Florida, telehealth covers the rest of the picture — HIV-prevention
medication (PrEP) and DoxyPEP to lower future risk, and discreet online treatment if a result comes back
positive. All prescribed by licensed U.S. clinicians.
Prevent (PrEP & DoxyPEP)
Daily or on-demand medication that prevents HIV — and DoxyPEP, which lowers the risk of syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea.
Mistr
Free online PrEP & DoxyPEP — HIV prevention, home lab kits, no in-person visit
Pricing varies by insurance and changes often — confirm on the provider's site. These services are not a
substitute for emergency care.
Browse by city
STD testing in every Florida city
Choose your city for the local picture — nearby clinics, lab prices, county STI rates, and at-home kits shipped to your door. We cover all 2,595 Florida cities and towns; the largest are below.
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
How much does STD testing cost in Florida?
In Florida, testing is free at public clinics. A single test starts at $24, and a full panel averages about $139. At-home kits range from $99 to $209, depending on the provider.
Where can I get tested for STDs across Florida?
Florida has 532 labs, 1,283 public clinics, and 8,679 pharmacies offering testing. You can also order at-home kits online or visit community health centers in cities like Miami, Tampa, and Jacksonville.
How many testing options are available in Florida?
Florida offers 532 labs, 1,283 public clinics, and 8,679 pharmacies for STD testing. These include both in-person and at-home options, with labs and clinics spread across all 67 counties.
Are there free or low-cost options for uninsured Floridians?
Yes, Florida’s public clinics provide free or sliding-scale testing for uninsured residents. Many community health centers also offer low-cost services based on income.
Is my STD test result private in Florida?
Testing at public clinics and labs is confidential, meaning results are shared with your provider but not others. At-home kits offer the most privacy, as you receive results directly without provider involvement.
Can minors in Florida get tested without parental consent?
In Florida, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own. This applies to all ages, including teens and young adults.
Do I need symptoms to get tested for STDs in Florida?
Yes, but many infections have no symptoms. The CDC recommends regular screening for sexually active people, even if they feel fine, to prevent spreading infections.
How soon after exposure should I get tested in Florida?
Most tests can detect infections 1–2 weeks after exposure. The CDC advises annual screening for those under 25 and more frequent testing if you have new or multiple partners.
What infections does a standard STD panel in Florida check for?
A standard panel in Florida tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis. Some labs may offer additional tests upon request.
How do at-home STD tests work in Florida?
At-home kits ship statewide and include easy-to-use samples. Results arrive in 1–2 days, and telehealth treatment is available through some providers if needed.
How does Florida’s chlamydia rate compare nationally?
Florida’s chlamydia rate is 498.9 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than the U.S. average of 492.2. The rate has risen 7% since 2020, per state health data.
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