Hale County Health Data

Hale County, Texas

Health Score

10/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.6 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.3%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

154

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hale County, Texas

Hale County faces serious health challenges

Hale County residents live just 72.6 years on average, falling 6.3 years short of the U.S. life expectancy of 78.9 years. The county's 28.9% poor or fair health rate is alarming—nearly 11 percentage points above the national average of 18%.

Among Texas's lowest health indicators

At 72.6 years, Hale County trails the state average of 74.3 years by 1.7 years, ranking among Texas's lowest-longevity counties. The 22.3% uninsured rate exceeds the state average of 19.8%, compounding barriers to the medical care residents urgently need.

Most burdened county in the region

Hale County's 72.6-year life expectancy ranks second-lowest in its group, ahead only of Gray (72.3) but trailing all other peers from Gonzales (74.2) through Guadalupe (78.2). The county's 28.9% poor or fair health rate—the highest in this cluster—signals a population under significant health stress.

Uninsured and in poor health

More than 1 in 5 Hale residents (22.3%) lack health insurance, a critical barrier when 28.9% already report poor or fair health. The county offers 40 primary care and 154 mental health providers per 100,000, but cost and uninsured status mean many residents cannot access these services.

Healthcare coverage can save your life

Hale County's residents face steep health challenges—getting insured is a concrete step toward better outcomes. Visit Healthcare.gov, call 211, or visit your county health department immediately to explore Medicaid, marketplace plans, and free clinic services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hale County, TX?
Hale County has a health score of 10/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #220 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 Hale County?
Life expectancy in Hale County is 72.6 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Hale County below the state average.
How does Hale County health compare to the Texas average?
Hale County's health score of 10/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 72.6 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 22.3% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Hale County?
Key health factors for Hale County include: life expectancy (72.6 years), uninsured rate (22.3%), and primary care physician access (40:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 154:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hale County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 10/100 ("Below Average"), Hale County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.6 years. 22.3% 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 Hale County?
Hale County's health score of 10/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 22.3% 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.