Top 10 States With Rising Demand for Physicians

By
Conexiant News Staff
May 28, 2026

Conexiant

Overview

This report highlights states facing physician shortages due to population growth and retirement trends. Florida, Texas, and North Carolina are among the states projected to experience demand for physicians.

Background

Physician demand varies by state based on workforce supply, population growth, and retirement trends. Identifying states with rising demand can inform policy and workforce planning efforts.

Data Highlights

State	Projected Shortage by Year	Shortage Details
Florida	2035	Nearly 18,000 physicians
Texas	2036	Nationwide shortages in primary care specialties
North Carolina	N/A	Intensifying primary care access concerns
Georgia	2030	Over 8,000 physicians
Arizona	N/A	Over 8,250 physicians, including 1,941 primary care
Nevada	N/A	2,450 physicians needed
Tennessee	2035	Nearly 3,900 physicians
South Carolina	N/A	23% below national average
Utah	N/A	67 primary care physicians per 100,000 residents
Idaho	N/A	49th for actively practicing physicians

Key Findings

Florida faces a shortage of nearly 18,000 physicians by 2035.
Texas is projected to experience continued physician shortages through 2036.
North Carolina's population growth is intensifying primary care access concerns.
Georgia is projected to be short over 8,000 physicians by 2030.
Arizona has a projected shortage of over 8,250 physicians, including a significant number of primary care physicians.
Idaho ranks 49th nationally for actively practicing physicians.

Clinical Implications

Healthcare professionals and policymakers should be aware of these projected shortages to address potential gaps in care. Strategic planning and resource allocation will be essential to mitigate the impact of these shortages on patient access to healthcare services.

Conclusion

The rising demand for physicians across several states highlights the urgent need for workforce planning and policy interventions to ensure adequate healthcare access in the future.