Fayette County Health Data

Fayette County, Texas

Health Score

41/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.4 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.0%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

32

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

51

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Fayette County, Texas

Fayette County outpaces national health

At 76.4 years, Fayette County's life expectancy exceeds both the U.S. average of 79 years and most Texas peers. Its 18.4% poor or fair health rate also beats the national average of 19%.

Fayette leads Texas on longevity

Fayette County's 76.4-year life expectancy ranks among the highest in Texas, 2.1 years above the state average. This places it in the top tier of Texas counties for life expectancy.

Best primary care in the region

Fayette County leads its peers with 32 primary care providers per 100K residents, more than five times Falls County's 6 per 100K. Combined with 51 mental health providers per 100K, Fayette offers strong healthcare infrastructure.

Well-insured, well-served population

Fayette County's 19.0% uninsured rate is at the state average, and abundant providers mean most residents can access timely care. The combination of strong provider supply and moderate insurance gaps creates a stable healthcare environment.

Maintain your coverage advantage

Fayette County's healthcare strength depends on keeping residents insured; visit Healthcare.gov if you lack coverage or want to explore better options. Your county's provider network is robust—make sure you're positioned to use it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Fayette County, TX?
Fayette County has a health score of 41/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #37 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 Fayette County?
Life expectancy in Fayette County is 76.4 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Fayette County above the state average.
How does Fayette County health compare to the Texas average?
Fayette County's health score of 41/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 76.4 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 19.0% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Fayette County?
Key health factors for Fayette County include: life expectancy (76.4 years), uninsured rate (19.0%), and primary care physician access (32:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 51:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Fayette County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 41/100 ("Below Average"), Fayette County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.4 years. 19.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Fayette County healthier than the Texas average?
Fayette County's health score of 41/100 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. Fayette County has better primary care access (32:1 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.