Chambers County Health Data

Chambers County, Texas

Health Score

43/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.2 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.0%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

14

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Chambers County, Texas

Chambers leads on longevity and coverage

At 76.2 years, Chambers County residents live longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years, and just 14% lack insurance—well below the national average of 10.9%. Both metrics rank among the strongest in this eight-county comparison.

Top performer on health and insurance

Chambers County's 76.2-year life expectancy exceeds the Texas average of 74.3 years by nearly 2 years, while its 14% uninsured rate beats the state average of 19.8% by 5.8 percentage points. The county is a clear outlier for positive health metrics.

Regional leader in health outcomes

Chambers County's 76.2-year life expectancy is the highest in the region and its 14% uninsured rate is the lowest, setting it apart from peers. However, primary care access is modest at 14 per 100K, and mental health providers at 41 per 100K suggests room for improvement.

Strong insurance, moderate care access

Chambers County's 14% uninsured rate means most residents have coverage, but the primary care provider density of just 14 per 100K is the lowest in this region—potentially causing long wait times. Mental health services are more robust at 41 providers per 100K, supporting behavioral health access.

Keep your coverage strong

Chambers County residents who lack insurance should enroll now through Healthcare.gov or local programs. With strong health outcomes already in place, maintaining universal coverage will help preserve the county's leading position.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Chambers County, TX?
Chambers County has a health score of 43/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #32 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 Chambers County?
Life expectancy in Chambers County is 76.2 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Chambers County above the state average.
How does Chambers County health compare to the Texas average?
Chambers County's health score of 43/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 76.2 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 14.0% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Chambers County?
Key health factors for Chambers County include: life expectancy (76.2 years), uninsured rate (14.0%), and primary care physician access (14:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 41:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Chambers County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 43/100 ("Below Average"), Chambers County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.2 years. 14.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Chambers County healthier than the Texas average?
Chambers County's health score of 43/100 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. Chambers County has better primary care access (14:1 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.