Guadalupe County Health Data

Guadalupe County, Texas

Health Score

52/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

78.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.2 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.8%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

26

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

61

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Guadalupe County, Texas

Guadalupe County leads Texas longevity

Guadalupe County residents live an average of 78.2 years—just 0.7 years below the U.S. average of 78.9 years, making it one of Texas's healthiest counties. Only 18.5% report poor or fair health, matching the national average and far exceeding most Texas peers.

Texas health champion outperforms state

At 78.2 years, Guadalupe County's life expectancy leads the state average of 74.3 years by nearly 4 full years—a remarkable achievement. The county's 13.8% uninsured rate stands 6 percentage points below Texas's average of 19.8%, ensuring broad healthcare access.

Dramatically outpaces all regional peers

Guadalupe County's 78.2-year life expectancy vastly exceeds neighbors like Gray (72.3), Hale (72.6), Gregg (72.1), and even leads Grayson (74.4). With just 13.8% uninsured, Guadalupe residents enjoy the lowest uninsured rate in this eight-county cluster, setting a regional standard.

Low uninsured rates enable preventive care

Only 1 in 7 Guadalupe residents (13.8%) lack health insurance—a remarkable 6-point advantage over the state average. While the county maintains modest primary care infrastructure at 26 providers per 100,000, high insurance rates mean residents can access those providers and pursue preventive care.

Protect Guadalupe's health leadership

Guadalupe County's success stems partly from high insurance rates—if you're among the 13.8% uninsured, closing that gap is critical. Check Healthcare.gov to find plans, apply for Medicaid, or visit a local clinic to join the majority of Guadalupe residents with coverage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Guadalupe County, TX?
Guadalupe County has a health score of 52/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #14 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 Guadalupe County?
Life expectancy in Guadalupe County is 78.2 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Guadalupe County above the state average.
How does Guadalupe County health compare to the Texas average?
Guadalupe County's health score of 52/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 78.2 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 13.8% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Guadalupe County?
Key health factors for Guadalupe County include: life expectancy (78.2 years), uninsured rate (13.8%), and primary care physician access (26:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 61:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Guadalupe County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 52/100 ("Below Average"), Guadalupe County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.2 years. 13.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Guadalupe County healthier than the Texas average?
Guadalupe County's health score of 52/100 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. Guadalupe County has better primary care access (26:1 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.