Aransas County Health Data

Aransas County, Texas

Health Score

18/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

20.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

20.6%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

95

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Aransas County, Texas

Aransas near national life expectancy

At 73.3 years, Aransas County residents live slightly below the U.S. average of 74.5 years. The county's 23.6% poor/fair health rate exceeds national averages, indicating a population with notable health challenges.

Below Texas average on longevity

Aransas County's 73.3-year life expectancy trails Texas's 74.3-year average by one year. At 20.6% uninsured, the county exceeds the state average of 19.8%, creating barriers to preventive and routine care.

Mid-range performance among comparable counties

Aransas's 73.3-year life expectancy sits between Anderson (72.0) and Austin (76.5) counties. Its 20.6% uninsured rate exceeds Anderson (17.7%) but trails Andrews (22.9%), reflecting moderate coverage challenges.

Mental health access adequate, primary care sparse

Aransas offers 95 mental health providers per 100,000 residents but only 33 primary care providers per 100,000—creating potential bottlenecks for basic medical needs. With 20.6% uninsured, cost barriers compound the primary care shortage.

One in five Aransas residents uninsured

Aransas County's 20.6% uninsured rate means thousands of residents defer preventive care due to cost. Visit Healthcare.gov or contact local community health centers to explore coverage options and sliding-scale services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Aransas County, TX?
Aransas County has a health score of 18/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #158 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 Aransas County?
Life expectancy in Aransas County is 73.3 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Aransas County below the state average.
How does Aransas County health compare to the Texas average?
Aransas County's health score of 18/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 73.3 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 20.6% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Aransas County?
Key health factors for Aransas County include: life expectancy (73.3 years), uninsured rate (20.6%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 95:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Aransas County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 18/100 ("Below Average"), Aransas County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.3 years. 20.6% 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 Aransas County?
Aransas County's health score of 18/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 20.6% 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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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.