Dickens County Health Data
Dickens County, Texas
Health Score
20/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
73.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
18.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.3 yr
State avg 74.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
18.9%
State avg 19.8%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
58
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
58
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Dickens County, Texas
Dickens falls short of national life span
At 73.3 years, Dickens County residents live 1.0 year less than the U.S. average of 74.3 years—a modest gap that reflects broader rural health challenges. The 22.9% poor/fair health rate exceeds national norms, and the 18.9% uninsured rate mirrors regional patterns where rural communities struggle with coverage gaps.
Below Texas average but stable uninsured rate
Dickens County's 73.3-year life expectancy trails Texas's 74.3-year average, yet its 22.9% poor/fair health rate and 18.9% uninsured rate essentially match state averages. The county's provider numbers—58 primary care and 58 mental health per 100,000—suggest a small, underserved rural economy.
Mid-range among rural West Texas peers
Dickens County's 73.3-year life expectancy sits between Dimmit (71.0 years) and DeWitt (74.6 years), reflecting typical rural health outcomes. The county's balanced 58 primary care and 58 mental health providers per 100,000 suggest more equitable healthcare distribution than counties with sharp provider imbalances.
Balanced but lean provider infrastructure
Dickens County's 58 primary care providers and 58 mental health providers per 100,000 residents represent a rare rural balance, yet both figures fall below state norms. The 18.9% uninsured rate means roughly one in five residents lack coverage, potentially avoiding both primary care and mental health services due to cost.
Insurance enables Dickens care access
With 18.9% of Dickens County uninsured and provider capacity already stretched thin, health insurance is crucial for accessing preventive and mental health care. Visit healthcare.gov or call 211 Texas to find coverage that ensures you can use Dickens's limited but balanced provider network.
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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.