Hansford County Health Data

Hansford County, Texas

Health Score

33/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

27.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.5 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

27.1%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

58

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

79

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hansford County, Texas

Hansford lives longer than Texas average

At 76.5 years, Hansford County residents outlive the Texas average by 2.2 years and approach the national average of 79.8 years. However, 21.2% report poor or fair health status, showing that longevity doesn't always reflect day-to-day wellness perceptions.

Above average lifespan, high uninsured rate

Hansford County's 76.5-year life expectancy ranks above Texas's 74.3-year average, yet its uninsured rate of 27.1% is the highest among these eight counties and significantly exceeds the state average of 19.8%. This gap suggests that despite longer lifespans, many residents struggle with healthcare access.

Fewer doctors, higher uninsured rates

Hansford County has only 58 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—less than half of what Hardeman County offers (113 per 100K). At 79 mental health providers per 100,000, Hansford trails similar rural counties, straining care availability for a population with higher uninsured rates.

Healthcare access is a real struggle

More than one in four Hansford County residents (27.1%) lack health insurance—the highest rate among Texas counties profiled here. Combined with only 58 primary care providers per 100,000, residents face significant barriers to preventive care and routine treatment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hansford County, TX?
Hansford County has a health score of 33/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #67 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 Hansford County?
Life expectancy in Hansford County is 76.5 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Hansford County above the state average.
How does Hansford County health compare to the Texas average?
Hansford County's health score of 33/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 76.5 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 27.1% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Hansford County?
Key health factors for Hansford County include: life expectancy (76.5 years), uninsured rate (27.1%), and primary care physician access (58:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 79:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hansford County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 33/100 ("Below Average"), Hansford County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.5 years. 27.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Hansford County healthier than the Texas average?
Hansford County's health score of 33/100 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.

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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.