Franklin County Health Data

Franklin County, Texas

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.6%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

29

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

37

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Franklin County, Texas

Franklin County matches national health

At 74.5 years, Franklin County's life expectancy is just below the U.S. average of 79 years. Its 15.4% poor or fair health rate beats the national average of 19%, suggesting a relatively healthy population.

Franklin slightly above Texas average

Franklin County's 74.5-year life expectancy is slightly above the Texas average of 74.3 years, placing it in the middle tier of state counties. This stability suggests steady health management.

Moderate provider access regionally

Franklin County has 29 primary care providers and 37 mental health providers per 100K residents—solid but not exceptional compared to peers like Fort Bend County's 85 and 119. The moderate supply meets baseline needs across most of the population.

Low uninsured rate, stable access

Franklin County's 14.6% uninsured rate is well below the state average of 19.8%, with moderate provider supply supporting routine care. This combination creates a relatively stable, if not exceptional, healthcare environment.

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Franklin County's solid health outcomes depend on keeping the uninsured rate low; if you lack coverage, visit Healthcare.gov to find options. Your county's moderate provider network serves best when residents are insured and connected to care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Franklin County, TX?
Franklin County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #24 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 Franklin County?
Life expectancy in Franklin County is 74.5 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Franklin County above the state average.
How does Franklin County health compare to the Texas average?
Franklin County's health score of 46/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 74.5 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 14.6% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Franklin County?
Key health factors for Franklin County include: life expectancy (74.5 years), uninsured rate (14.6%), and primary care physician access (29:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 37:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Franklin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Franklin County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.5 years. 14.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Franklin County healthier than the Texas average?
Franklin County's health score of 46/100 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. Franklin County has better primary care access (29:1 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.