Gonzales County Health Data

Gonzales County, Texas

Health Score

17/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.2 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.6%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Gonzales County, Texas

Gonzales lags slightly on life expectancy

Residents of Gonzales County live an average of 74.2 years, falling just short of the national life expectancy of 78.9 years. The county's 25.7% poor or fair health rating exceeds the national average of 18%, signaling a health challenge across the population.

Near Texas average despite health concerns

Gonzales County's 74.2-year life expectancy matches almost exactly with Texas's 74.3-year state average, placing it squarely in the middle of Texas health outcomes. However, the county's uninsured rate of 22.6% significantly outpaces the state average of 19.8%, creating barriers to preventive care.

Healthier than some nearby peers

Gonzales residents outlive those in Gray County (72.3 years) and Hale County (72.6 years), though they fall behind Grayson County's 74.4-year average. The county's 41 primary care providers per 100,000 residents provides decent access compared to neighboring areas with 26-29 providers per 100K.

Insurance gaps limit healthcare access

Nearly 1 in 4 Gonzales residents—22.6%—lack health insurance, making them vulnerable to delayed or skipped medical care. The county maintains 40 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, but the uninsured rate means many cannot afford to reach them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Gonzales County, TX?
Gonzales County has a health score of 17/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #164 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 Gonzales County?
Life expectancy in Gonzales County is 74.2 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Gonzales County below the state average.
How does Gonzales County health compare to the Texas average?
Gonzales County's health score of 17/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 74.2 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 22.6% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Gonzales County?
Key health factors for Gonzales County include: life expectancy (74.2 years), uninsured rate (22.6%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 40:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Gonzales County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 17/100 ("Below Average"), Gonzales County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.2 years. 22.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Gonzales County?
Gonzales County's health score of 17/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 22.6% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.