Brazos County Health Data

Brazos County, Texas

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

79.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.0 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.7%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

83

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

150

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Brazos County, Texas

Brazos Leads Texas in Longevity

Brazos County's life expectancy of 79.0 years leads Texas's 74.3-year average by nearly 5 years, placing it among the nation's healthier counties. With 20.6% in poor or fair health, Brazos demonstrates exceptional population health outcomes.

State's Longevity Champion

At 79.0 years, Brazos County's life expectancy ranks among the highest in Texas, significantly outpacing the state average. Its 15.7% uninsured rate also beats Texas's 19.8%, reflecting both strong health and healthcare access.

Regional Health Excellence

Brazos ties with Brewster County for the region's highest life expectancy at 79.0 years, exceeding Brazoria's 76.9 and Bowie's 72.3. The county also leads in mental health resources with 150 providers per 100K residents, the highest among surrounding counties.

Top-Tier Healthcare Access

Brazos provides 83 primary care providers and 150 mental health providers per 100K residents—among the state's best ratios. With only 15.7% uninsured, residents benefit from both abundant providers and strong insurance coverage.

Sustain Excellence

Brazos County's health leadership depends on strong coverage and access. If you're uninsured, visit healthcare.gov or contact local health resources to secure coverage and maintain the county's health momentum.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Brazos County, TX?
Brazos County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #26 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 Brazos County?
Life expectancy in Brazos County is 79.0 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Brazos County above the state average.
How does Brazos County health compare to the Texas average?
Brazos County's health score of 46/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 79.0 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 15.7% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Brazos County?
Key health factors for Brazos County include: life expectancy (79.0 years), uninsured rate (15.7%), and primary care physician access (83:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 150:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Brazos County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Brazos County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.0 years. 15.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Brazos County healthier than the Texas average?
Brazos County's health score of 46/100 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.

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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.