Coleman County Health Data

Coleman County, Texas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

16/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

70.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

70.5 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.6%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

52

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

13

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

21.0%

State avg 23.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

12.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 51.7 per 100K

Dentists

12.9

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Coleman County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureColemanState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.2%37.7%37.6%near state average
Diabetes11.3%12.6%11.2%1.3 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure33.1%33.6%33.5%near state average
Depression25.2%22.9%24.1%2.3 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureColemanState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.0%15.1%16.3%0.9 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking18.8%18.0%17.8%0.8 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity27.5%30.2%27.0%2.7 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureColemanState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.4%72.2%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)53.8%51.0%57.3%2.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.0%70.6%73.3%2.4 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureColemanState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.5%18.5%18.6%1.0 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration38.5%39.4%37.3%0.9 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Coleman County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Coleman County Mental Health Provider Ratio Trails National Median

Health data brief for Coleman County, Texas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Mental health provider availability in Coleman County stands at 13 per 100,000 residents, which is significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The county reports a life expectancy of 70.5 years, which is lower than the Texas state figure of 74.3 years and the national figure of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 21.6%, which is higher than the state average of 19.8%. Primary care provider availability is 52 per 100,000, lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Additionally, 21.0% of adults report being in poor or fair health, compared to a national average of 17%. These statistics provide a snapshot of health resource distribution in the region. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Coleman County, Texas

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Coleman County Medical Center Company

ER
Not rated by CMS
(325) 625-2135
310 South Pecos Street, Coleman, TX 76834
Critical Access HospitalsProprietary

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Coleman County, TX?
Coleman County has a health score of 16/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #180 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 Coleman County?
Life expectancy in Coleman County is 70.5 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Coleman County below the state average.
How does Coleman County health compare to the Texas average?
Coleman County's health score of 16/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 70.5 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 21.6% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Coleman County?
Key health factors for Coleman County include: life expectancy (70.5 years), uninsured rate (21.6%), and primary care physician access (52:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 13:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Coleman County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 16/100 ("Below Average"), Coleman County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 70.5 years. 21.6% 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 Coleman County?
Coleman County's health score of 16/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 21.6% 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.