Crosby County Health Data

Crosby County, Texas

Health Score

4/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

69.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

69.3 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.0%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

39

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Crosby County, Texas

Crosby County life expectancy critically low

At 69.3 years, Crosby County residents live 5.4 years shorter than the U.S. average of 74.7 years—the lowest in this analysis. More than 1 in 4 residents (27.4%) report poor or fair health, indicating severe, widespread health challenges across the county.

Lowest life expectancy in the state region

Crosby County's 69.3-year life expectancy falls nearly 5 years below Texas's state average of 74.3 years, ranking among the worst in the state. The 27.4% poor/fair health rate places Crosby among the sickest counties in Texas.

Health crisis worse than all neighbors

Crosby County's 69.3-year life expectancy is the lowest across all eight counties analyzed, nearly 2 years below Crockett County (71.2 years). The combination of lowest life expectancy and 27.4% poor/fair health rate marks an urgent public health emergency.

Limited providers, uninsured rate compounding crisis

Crosby County reports 39 primary care providers per 100,000 and 41 mental health providers per 100,000, providing some infrastructure despite severe health outcomes. The 22.0% uninsured rate leaves 1 in 5 residents without coverage, severely limiting their ability to manage chronic diseases and prevent early death.

Getting insured is urgent action

One in five Crosby County residents lack health coverage in a county facing a severe health crisis, with a 69.3-year life expectancy. If you're uninsured, contact a healthcare navigator immediately at Healthcare.gov or your county health office to explore Medicaid, Marketplace plans, or charity care options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Crosby County, TX?
Crosby County has a health score of 4/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #250 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 Crosby County?
Life expectancy in Crosby County is 69.3 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Crosby County below the state average.
How does Crosby County health compare to the Texas average?
Crosby County's health score of 4/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 69.3 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 22.0% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Crosby County?
Key health factors for Crosby County include: life expectancy (69.3 years), uninsured rate (22.0%), and primary care physician access (39:1 (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 Crosby County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 4/100 ("Below Average"), Crosby County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 69.3 years. 22.0% 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 Crosby County?
Crosby County's health score of 4/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 22.0% 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.