Hamilton County Health Data
Hamilton County, Texas
Health Score
25/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
74.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
22.3%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
74.3 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
97
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
104
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Hamilton County, Texas
Hamilton's life expectancy matches Texas average
At 74.3 years, Hamilton County residents live as long as the Texas average but about 5.5 years less than the U.S. average of 79.8 years. One in five residents (21.2%) report poor or fair health, slightly below the national rate of 21.7%, suggesting baseline health challenges across the county.
Middle of the pack for Texas health
Hamilton County ranks at the state average for life expectancy at 74.3 years, placing it squarely in Texas's middle tier for longevity. Its uninsured rate of 22.3% exceeds Texas's state average of 19.8%, meaning more residents lack coverage here than typical.
Better access to mental health care
Hamilton County offers strong mental health provider access at 104 per 100,000 residents, outpacing nearby Hardeman County (115 per 100K) and matching state demand. Primary care availability at 97 per 100,000 is solid and keeps residents closer to essential preventive services than some regional neighbors.
One in five residents uninsured
With 22.3% of the population uninsured, Hamilton County residents face barriers to routine care and preventive services. This gap widens when you consider the county's 97 primary care providers per 100,000 are spread across a population where nearly a quarter lack insurance entirely.
Explore coverage options now
If you're among the 22.3% of Hamilton County residents without health insurance, 2025 enrollment is open. Visit healthcare.gov or contact a local health department to find plans that fit your budget and medical needs.
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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.