Crockett County Health Data

Crockett County, Texas

Health Score

10/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

26.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.2 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

26.7%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

65

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Crockett County, Texas

Crockett County faces severe health crisis

At just 71.2 years, Crockett County residents live 3.5 years shorter than the U.S. average of 74.7 years—one of the lowest life expectancies in Texas. Nearly 1 in 4 residents (24.5%) report poor or fair health, reflecting a population struggling with chronic disease and limited care access.

Worst life expectancy in Texas analysis

Crockett County's 71.2-year life expectancy ranks among the lowest in the state, falling nearly 3 years below Texas's average of 74.3 years. The combination of low life expectancy and high poor/fair health rate signals urgent need for healthcare intervention and resources.

Critically worse than surrounding counties

Crockett County's 71.2-year life expectancy is the lowest in this eight-county region, trailing even Crosby County (69.3 years nationally) and Culberson County (73.1 years). The 26.7% uninsured rate—highest in the analysis—compounds the health crisis.

Uninsured crisis, despite provider capacity

With a 26.7% uninsured rate, more than 1 in 4 Crockett County residents lack health coverage—the highest in this analysis and 6.9 points above state average. Primary care providers number 65 per 100,000, the highest in the region, yet mental health data is unavailable, suggesting unmet behavioral health needs.

Insurance is a life-or-death priority

One in four Crockett County residents remain uninsured despite abundant primary care capacity, leaving them vulnerable to preventable health crises. Visit Healthcare.gov immediately to explore Medicaid, Marketplace subsidies, or community health plans—coverage could add years to your life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Crockett County, TX?
Crockett County has a health score of 10/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #219 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 Crockett County?
Life expectancy in Crockett County is 71.2 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Crockett County below the state average.
How does Crockett County health compare to the Texas average?
Crockett County's health score of 10/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 71.2 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 26.7% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Crockett County?
Key health factors for Crockett County include: life expectancy (71.2 years), uninsured rate (26.7%), and primary care physician access (65:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Crockett County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 10/100 ("Below Average"), Crockett County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.2 years. 26.7% 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 Crockett County?
Crockett County's health score of 10/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 26.7% 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.