Comanche County Health Data

Comanche County, Texas

Health Score

24/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.9%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

57

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Comanche County, Texas

Comanche County moderately below U.S. average

Comanche County residents live an average of 74.8 years, nearly 4 years less than the U.S. average of 79 years. About one in five residents (22.8%) report being in poor or fair health—above the national average of 18%—while 21.9% lack health insurance. These metrics suggest moderate health challenges that could be addressed through improved access and coverage.

Slightly above Texas state health average

At 74.8 years, Comanche County's life expectancy exceeds Texas's state average of 74.3 years by a slim margin, while its 21.9% uninsured rate is slightly above the state average of 19.8%. The 22.8% poor/fair health rate reflects rural health challenges, but the county sits in a middle-performing position within Texas. Comanche performs better than Coleman and Collingsworth but trails Comal and Collin counties significantly.

Middle-tier performer in the region

Comanche County's 74.8-year life expectancy ranks fourth among comparable counties, ahead of Coleman (70.5) and Collingsworth (71.2) but behind Comal (78.3) and Collin (81.3). Its 21.9% uninsured rate is moderate—lower than Collingsworth (26.0%) and Colorado (22.6%) but higher than Coke (18.2%) and Comal (13.3%). The county's health profile reflects typical rural Texas conditions with some economic stability.

Adequate healthcare infrastructure for the area

Comanche County provides 58 primary care providers and 57 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—reasonable for a rural county and better than several neighbors. The 21.9% uninsured rate means more than one in five residents struggle to afford available services, potentially delaying care and worsening health outcomes. Most residents still must travel to larger towns for specialty care and advanced treatments.

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With 21.9% of Comanche County residents uninsured, closing coverage gaps could meaningfully improve community health outcomes and protect families from financial hardship. Marketplace plans offer subsidies for eligible families, and community health centers provide care on sliding-scale fees regardless of insurance. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore coverage options that fit your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Comanche County, TX?
Comanche County has a health score of 24/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #115 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 Comanche County?
Life expectancy in Comanche County is 74.8 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Comanche County above the state average.
How does Comanche County health compare to the Texas average?
Comanche County's health score of 24/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 74.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 21.9% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Comanche County?
Key health factors for Comanche County include: life expectancy (74.8 years), uninsured rate (21.9%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 57:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Comanche County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 24/100 ("Below Average"), Comanche County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.8 years. 21.9% 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 Comanche County?
Comanche County's health score of 24/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 21.9% 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.