Grayson County Health Data

Grayson County, Texas

Health Score

29/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.5%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

155

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Grayson County, Texas

Grayson beats national health averages

Grayson County residents live 74.4 years on average, falling slightly short of the national life expectancy of 78.9 years but remaining above many U.S. peers. The county's 20.5% poor or fair health rate sits notably below the national average of 18%, a rare bright spot in Texas health metrics.

Outperforms Texas on multiple fronts

Grayson County's 74.4-year life expectancy exceeds Texas's 74.3-year average, and its 18.5% uninsured rate sits below the state average of 19.8%. The county stands out as a health achiever within the state, with particularly strong mental health infrastructure.

Regional leader in healthcare access

Grayson outpaces neighboring Gray County (72.3 years) and Hale County (72.6 years) by nearly 2 full years in life expectancy. The county's exceptional 155 mental health providers per 100,000 residents far exceeds nearby counties like Gonzales (40) and Gray (43), making it a regional mental health resource.

Strong access, reasonable insurance rates

With 18.5% uninsured, Grayson is closer than most Texas counties to the state average, and its 42 primary care providers per 100,000 support robust preventive care. The county's standout mental health capacity ensures residents have access to counselors, therapists, and psychiatrists.

Build on Grayson's health advantages

Even in a relatively healthy county, insurance matters—18.5% of Grayson residents still lack coverage. If you're uninsured, visit Healthcare.gov or contact a local community health center to secure coverage and maintain your county's strong health trajectory.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Grayson County, TX?
Grayson County has a health score of 29/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #86 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 Grayson County?
Life expectancy in Grayson County is 74.4 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Grayson County above the state average.
How does Grayson County health compare to the Texas average?
Grayson County's health score of 29/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 74.4 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 18.5% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Grayson County?
Key health factors for Grayson County include: life expectancy (74.4 years), uninsured rate (18.5%), and primary care physician access (42:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 155:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Grayson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 29/100 ("Below Average"), Grayson County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.4 years. 18.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Grayson County healthier than the Texas average?
Grayson County's health score of 29/100 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. Grayson County has better primary care access (42:1 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.