Cass County Health Data

Cass County, Texas

Health Score

13/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.7 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

17.6%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

21

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

35

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Cass County, Texas

Cass County faces significant health challenges

At 70.7 years, Cass County's life expectancy trails the U.S. average by nearly 6 years, and its 23.3% poor or fair health rate substantially exceeds the national average of 18%. These metrics reflect serious, persistent health headwinds across the county.

Well below Texas averages

Cass County ranks among Texas's lowest-performing counties for life expectancy at 70.7 years versus the state average of 74.3 years. Its 17.6% uninsured rate is slightly better than the state average of 19.8%, but this modest insurance advantage hasn't translated into better health outcomes.

Worst life expectancy in the region

Cass County's 70.7-year life expectancy is the lowest among nearby counties—significantly trailing Carson (72.1), Cherokee (73.1), and Childress (73.6). With just 21 primary care providers per 100K and 35 mental health providers per 100K, provider access remains stretched thin.

Healthcare access and coverage gaps persist

At 17.6% uninsured, Cass County still has nearly 1 in 6 residents without coverage, and the sparse primary care network of 21 providers per 100K makes scheduling appointments difficult. Mental health support is similarly limited at 35 providers per 100K, leaving residents competing for limited behavioral health services.

Make healthcare a priority now

Cass County residents should act immediately to secure health insurance through Healthcare.gov, employer plans, or Medicaid. Getting covered is the first step toward accessing the primary and mental health care that this county clearly needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cass County, TX?
Cass County has a health score of 13/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #195 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 Cass County?
Life expectancy in Cass County is 70.7 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Cass County below the state average.
How does Cass County health compare to the Texas average?
Cass County's health score of 13/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 70.7 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 17.6% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Cass County?
Key health factors for Cass County include: life expectancy (70.7 years), uninsured rate (17.6%), and primary care physician access (21:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 35:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cass County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 13/100 ("Below Average"), Cass County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.7 years. 17.6% 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 Cass County?
Cass County's health score of 13/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 17.6% 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.