Baylor County Health Data
Baylor County, Texas
Health Score
25/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
70.1 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
70.1 yr
State avg 74.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.6%
State avg 19.8%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
230
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Data Story
About Health in Baylor County, Texas
Baylor County faces significant longevity gap
At 70.1 years, Baylor County's life expectancy lags the U.S. average of 73.5 years by 3.4 years—a substantial health disadvantage. Despite a relatively low 17.8% poor or fair health rate, the longevity gap suggests underlying systemic health challenges.
Baylor significantly trails Texas average
Baylor County's 70.1-year life expectancy is 4.2 years below Texas's state average of 74.3 years, placing it among the state's lowest. Its 16.6% uninsured rate is better than the state average of 19.8%, indicating coverage is not the primary issue.
Primary care abundance masks deeper issues
Baylor County reports 230 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—dramatically higher than Bailey (29), Bandera (33), or Bastrop (24)—yet this abundance doesn't translate to longer lifespans. Mental health provider data is unavailable, limiting full picture of care access.
Coverage is adequate but longevity crisis persists
At 16.6%, Baylor's uninsured rate is below state average, yet the county still faces a critical 4.2-year life expectancy gap compared to Texas. High primary care provider numbers suggest the issue may involve care quality, chronic disease management, or population health factors beyond traditional metrics.
Secure and use preventive care strategically
Baylor County residents should ensure they're covered and actively use the abundant primary care resources available to manage chronic conditions and catch health problems early. Regular check-ups and preventive screenings can help reverse the county's longevity disadvantage.
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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.