Bastrop County Health Data

Bastrop County, Texas

Health Score

36/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

20.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

20.8%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

24

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

75

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Bastrop County, Texas

Bastrop life expectancy beats U.S. average

Bastrop County's 76.8-year life expectancy outpaces the U.S. average of 73.5 years by 3.3 years, reflecting above-average longevity. Its 20.7% poor or fair health rate slightly exceeds the national average of 19.2%, suggesting some daily health challenges persist despite strong life span.

Bastrop ranks above Texas health baseline

With a life expectancy of 76.8 years, Bastrop exceeds the Texas state average of 74.3 years by 2.5 years. Its 20.8% uninsured rate is marginally above the state average of 19.8%, indicating modest coverage gaps.

Primary care access needs attention

Bastrop County has only 24 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, the lowest among nearby counties like Bandera (33) and Blanco (42). Mental health capacity at 75 per 100K is moderate, below Bandera's 194 but above Bailey's 45.

Coverage is decent, but provider shortage limits access

Bastrop's 20.8% uninsured rate is reasonable, but the county's shortage of primary care providers (24 per 100K) means residents often wait weeks for appointments or travel outside the county for routine care. This access gap can delay diagnosis and preventive treatment.

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If you're uninsured in Bastrop, applying for coverage now is especially important given local provider constraints—advance registration helps you lock in a doctor before demand builds. Visit Healthcare.gov or your local health department to explore options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Bastrop County, TX?
Bastrop County has a health score of 36/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #50 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 Bastrop County?
Life expectancy in Bastrop County is 76.8 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Bastrop County above the state average.
How does Bastrop County health compare to the Texas average?
Bastrop County's health score of 36/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 76.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 20.8% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Bastrop County?
Key health factors for Bastrop County include: life expectancy (76.8 years), uninsured rate (20.8%), and primary care physician access (24:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 75:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bastrop County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 36/100 ("Below Average"), Bastrop County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.8 years. 20.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Bastrop County healthier than the Texas average?
Bastrop County's health score of 36/100 exceeds the Texas average of 25/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Bastrop County has better primary care access (24:1 ratio) than the state average (45:1).

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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.