Hardeman County Health Data

Hardeman County, Texas

Health Score

22/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.9%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

113

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

115

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Hardeman County, Texas

Hardeman residents face shorter lives

At 73.8 years, Hardeman County residents live about 6 years less than the national average of 79.8 years and slightly below Texas's 74.3-year average. With 22.2% reporting poor or fair health, the county reflects broader health challenges common to rural Texas.

Below-average life expectancy, near-average uninsured

Hardeman County's 73.8-year life expectancy ranks below Texas's state average of 74.3 years. At 19.9% uninsured, the county is nearly aligned with the state average of 19.8%, suggesting healthcare coverage isn't the sole factor in shorter lifespans.

Best primary care access in the region

Hardeman County leads this eight-county group with 113 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 115 mental health providers per 100,000. Despite these strong provider numbers, the county's below-average life expectancy suggests other social and health factors are at play.

Strong provider access, persistent health gaps

With 113 primary care providers per 100,000 and 115 mental health providers per 100,000, Hardeman County has healthcare workforce resources that rival many urban areas. Yet 22.2% of residents report poor or fair health, pointing to upstream factors—poverty, lifestyle, or chronic disease burden—beyond access alone.

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Though Hardeman's uninsured rate is near the state average, 1 in 5 residents still lacks coverage. Visit healthcare.gov to verify your insurance status and explore options that can support preventive and chronic disease management.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hardeman County, TX?
Hardeman County has a health score of 22/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #125 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 Hardeman County?
Life expectancy in Hardeman County is 73.8 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Hardeman County below the state average.
How does Hardeman County health compare to the Texas average?
Hardeman County's health score of 22/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 73.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 19.9% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Hardeman County?
Key health factors for Hardeman County include: life expectancy (73.8 years), uninsured rate (19.9%), and primary care physician access (113:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 115:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hardeman County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 22/100 ("Below Average"), Hardeman County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.8 years. 19.9% 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 Hardeman County?
Hardeman County's health score of 22/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 19.9% 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.