Cooke County Health Data

Cooke County, Texas

Health Score

40/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.4%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

26

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

69

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Cooke County, Texas

Cooke County lives longer than most

At 76.5 years, Cooke County residents live nearly 2 years longer than the U.S. average of 74.7 years. Just 19.1% report poor or fair health, a sign of overall wellness that outpaces many rural Texas counties. This advantage reflects stronger health outcomes across the county.

Above-average health for Texas

Cooke County's life expectancy of 76.5 years tops Texas's state average of 74.3 years by more than 2 years. The county ranks well within the state for health outcomes, supported by strong mental health provider availability at 69 per 100,000 residents.

Healthier than its neighbors

Cooke County's 76.5-year life expectancy significantly exceeds Coryell County (75.3 years) and most other nearby counties in North Texas. With an uninsured rate of 18.4%—lower than the state average of 19.8%—more residents have coverage and access to care.

Good insurance coverage, adequate providers

An 18.4% uninsured rate means roughly 1 in 5 Cooke County residents lack health coverage, slightly below the state average. Primary care providers number 26 per 100,000, supported by robust mental health services at 69 per 100,000, ensuring residents can access both physical and behavioral health support.

Make sure you're insured

Nearly 1 in 5 Cooke County residents remain uninsured despite strong county health metrics. If you lack coverage, visit Healthcare.gov or contact a local navigator to explore Marketplace options, Medicaid eligibility, or employer plans before open enrollment closes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cooke County, TX?
Cooke County has a health score of 40/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #40 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 Cooke County?
Life expectancy in Cooke County is 76.5 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Cooke County above the state average.
How does Cooke County health compare to the Texas average?
Cooke County's health score of 40/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 76.5 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 18.4% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Cooke County?
Key health factors for Cooke County include: life expectancy (76.5 years), uninsured rate (18.4%), and primary care physician access (26:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 69:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cooke County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 40/100 ("Below Average"), Cooke County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.5 years. 18.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Cooke County healthier than the Texas average?
Cooke County's health score of 40/100 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. Cooke County has better primary care access (26:1 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.