Denton County Health Data
Denton County, Texas
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
74/100
Average
Life Expectancy
80.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
80.7 yr
State avg 74.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
11.6%
State avg 19.8%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
54
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
181
per 100K population
National avg 350
Poor / Fair Health
13.7%
State avg 23.6%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
13.3
per 100K residentsCDC: 53.6 per 100K
Dentists
7.4
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
6.9
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 Denton County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Denton | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 33.2% | 37.7% | 37.6% | 4.5 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 9.6% | 12.6% | 11.2% | 3.0 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% | 33.6% | 33.5% | 4.3 pts better than state |
| Depression | 20.7% | 22.9% | 24.1% | 2.2 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Denton | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 9.5% | 15.1% | 16.3% | 5.6 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% | 18.0% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% | 30.2% | 27.0% | 9.0 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Denton | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 74.1% | 72.2% | 74.9% | 1.9 pts better than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 65.1% | 51.0% | 57.3% | 14.1 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 79.2% | 70.6% | 73.3% | 8.6 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Denton | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.8% | 18.5% | 18.6% | 2.7 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 35.4% | 39.4% | 37.3% | 4.0 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Denton 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
Life Expectancy Reaches Eighty Years In Denton County
Health data brief for Denton County, Texas.
Residents in Denton County have a life expectancy of 80.7 years, which is longer than the state average of 74.3 years and the national average of 77 years. The county reports an uninsured rate of 11.6%, which is notably lower than the Texas state average of 19.8% and closer to the national rate of 10%. According to health rankings, 13.7% of adults report poor or fair health, lower than the national average of 17%. The county has 54 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, compared to a national median of 70. There are 181 mental health providers per 100,000 people, which is below the national median of 250. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Denton 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.
Hospitals near you
Compare all on Medicare.gov →Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton
ERthe Heart Hospital Baylor Denton
ERTexas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound
EReHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Denton County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in Texas.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Denton County, TX?
What is the life expectancy in Denton County?
How does Denton County health compare to the Texas average?
What health factors affect Denton County?
Is Denton County a healthy place to live?
Why is Denton County healthier than the Texas average?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.