STD Rates in Carteret County, North Carolina

2023 CDC surveillance data for Carteret County, North Carolina — chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis rates with state comparisons.

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Data Year: 2023 Source: CDC STI Surveillance Population: 69,604
Combined
304.6
per 100K
79th / 100
Chlamydia
227
per 100K • 158 cases
Gonorrhea
67.5
per 100K • 47 cases
Syphilis P&S
10.1
per 100K • 7 cases

Carteret County is among the lower-burden counties in North Carolina, reporting a combined STD rate of 304.6 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — 79th of 100 counties. Reported infections included chlamydia at 227.0 per 100,000 (158 cases, 63% below the state rate), gonorrhea at 67.5 per 100,000 (47 cases, 72% below the state rate), syphilis at 10.1 per 100,000 (7 cases, 49% below the state rate). Many STDs show no symptoms, so testing is the only reliable way to know your status. Confidential options are available across Carteret County.

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Carteret County vs North Carolina Average

Infection Carteret County North Carolina Rate Difference
Chlamydia 227 607.9 63% below
Gonorrhea 67.5 243.2 72% below
Syphilis (P&S) 10.1 19.9 49% below

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Carteret County ranks 79th of 100 North Carolina counties for combined STD rate in 2023, at 304.6 per 100,000 residents.
In 2023, chlamydia was the most frequently reported STD in Carteret County, with 158 cases at a rate of 227.0 per 100,000 residents.
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Data sourced from the CDC's annual STI Surveillance Report. Rates are per 100,000 population and reflect reported cases only — actual prevalence is likely higher due to undiagnosed infections. While we strive for accuracy, STDTest.com makes no representations or warranties regarding the completeness or accuracy of this data and is not responsible for any errors or omissions. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
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