Angelina County Health Data

Angelina County, Texas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

15/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.6 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.6%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

66

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

165

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

24.5%

State avg 23.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

12.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 65.9 per 100K

Dentists

2.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

3.5

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Angelina County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureAngelinaState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.0%37.7%37.6%3.3 pts worse than state
Diabetes13.0%12.6%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure37.9%33.6%33.5%4.3 pts worse than state
Depression24.9%22.9%24.1%2.0 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureAngelinaState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.4%15.1%16.3%2.3 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.0%18.0%17.8%1.0 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity32.5%30.2%27.0%2.3 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureAngelinaState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup73.3%72.2%74.9%1.1 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)47.1%51.0%57.3%3.9 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.9%70.6%73.3%4.3 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureAngelinaState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.6%18.5%18.6%2.1 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration42.6%39.4%37.3%3.2 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Angelina County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Angelina County Life Expectancy Ranks Below State and National Medians

Health data brief for Angelina County, Texas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Angelina County is 72.6 years, which is shorter than the Texas state average of 74.3 years and the national average of 77 years. This metric serves as a key indicator of health outcomes in the county. Data shows that 24.5% of residents report being in poor or fair health, compared to a national average of 17%. The county has 19.6% of its population living without health insurance, which is nearly identical to the Texas state average of 19.8% but higher than the national 10% rate. Healthcare provider availability includes 66 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 165 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, both of which are lower than the national medians of 70 and 250 respectively. These data points provide a comparative look at the region's health profile. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Angelina County, Texas

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Woodland Heights Medical Center

ER
3/5
(936) 634-8311
505 South John Redditt Drive, Lufkin, TX 75904
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Chi St Lukes Health Memorial Lufkin

ER
2/5
(936) 634-8111
1201 West Frank Street, Lufkin, TX 75901
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Lufkin Llc

Not rated by CMS
(936) 632-2276
302 Gobblers Knob Rd, Lufkin, TX 75904
PsychiatricProprietary

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Angelina County, TX?
Angelina County has a health score of 15/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #189 out of 254 counties in Texas (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Angelina County?
Life expectancy in Angelina County is 72.6 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Angelina County below the state average.
How does Angelina County health compare to the Texas average?
Angelina County's health score of 15/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 72.6 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 19.6% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Angelina County?
Key health factors for Angelina County include: life expectancy (72.6 years), uninsured rate (19.6%), and primary care physician access (66:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 165:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Angelina County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 15/100 ("Below Average"), Angelina County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.6 years. 19.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Angelina County?
Angelina County's health score of 15/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 19.6% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.