Burleson County Health Data

Burleson County, Texas

Health Score

25/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.6 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.1%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

39

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

10

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Burleson County, Texas

Burleson life expectancy near national median

At 74.6 years, Burleson County matches the U.S. life expectancy average of 77.2 years closely, just 2.6 years behind. However, the county's 21.8% poor or fair health rate exceeds the national 17% average, indicating preventable health burdens.

Slightly above Texas state average

Burleson County's 74.6-year life expectancy edges out the Texas average of 74.3 years by about 4 months. The higher uninsured rate of 21.1% outpaces the state's 19.8%, suggesting financial barriers to preventive care.

Peers show mixed health pictures

Neighboring Brown County (72.3 years) lags Burleson by 2.3 years, while Burnet County (76.9 years) leads by 2.3 years. Burleson's mental health provider shortage at 10 per 100K is notably worse than any regional peer.

Mental health care crisis in Burleson

With only 10 mental health providers per 100K—a fraction of state capacity—Burleson residents face significant barriers to behavioral health treatment. The 21.1% uninsured rate and 39 primary care providers per 100K suggest gaps in both access and affordability.

Coverage can improve your health outcomes

Burleson County's high uninsured rate and mental health shortage make insurance enrollment critical. Check Healthcare.gov or call 2-1-1 Texas to find plans covering mental health services and primary care in your area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Burleson County, TX?
Burleson County has a health score of 25/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #106 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 Burleson County?
Life expectancy in Burleson County is 74.6 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Burleson County above the state average.
How does Burleson County health compare to the Texas average?
Burleson County's health score of 25/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 74.6 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 21.1% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Burleson County?
Key health factors for Burleson County include: life expectancy (74.6 years), uninsured rate (21.1%), and primary care physician access (39:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 10:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Burleson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 25/100 ("Below Average"), Burleson County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.6 years. 21.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Burleson County healthier than the Texas average?
Burleson County's health score of 25/100 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. Burleson County has better primary care access (39:1 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.