Goliad County Health Data

Goliad County, Texas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

41/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.5%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

14

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

21.3%

State avg 23.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

28.2

per 100K residents

Dentists

28.2

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 Goliad County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGoliadState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.1%37.7%37.6%0.6 pts better than state
Diabetes11.6%12.6%11.2%1.0 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure32.2%33.6%33.5%1.4 pts better than state
Depression23.3%22.9%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGoliadState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.7%15.1%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking18.5%18.0%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity28.1%30.2%27.0%2.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGoliadState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.7%72.2%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)54.1%51.0%57.3%3.1 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)71.1%70.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureGoliadState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.5%18.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration38.3%39.4%37.3%1.1 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Goliad 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

Mental Health Provider Ratios Significantly Below National Median

Health data brief for Goliad County, Texas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Goliad County has 14 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, one of the lowest ratios compared to the national median of 250. Data for primary care providers was not available for this county. Life expectancy for residents is 77.8 years, which is higher than both the Texas state average of 74.3 years and the national average of 77 years. Regarding insurance, 16.5% of the population is uninsured, a figure lower than the state average of 19.8% but higher than the national average of 10%. Additionally, 21.3% of adults report poor or fair health, which is higher than the 17% national average. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Goliad 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

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Goliad County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Goliad County, TX?
Goliad County has a health score of 41/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #38 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 Goliad County?
Life expectancy in Goliad County is 77.8 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Goliad County above the state average.
How does Goliad County health compare to the Texas average?
Goliad County's health score of 41/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 77.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 16.5% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Goliad County?
Key health factors for Goliad County include: life expectancy (77.8 years), uninsured rate (16.5%), and primary care physician access (—). Mental health provider access is 14:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Goliad County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 41/100 ("Below Average"), Goliad County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.8 years. 16.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Goliad County healthier than the Texas average?
Goliad 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.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.