Hardin County Health Data

Hardin County, Texas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

32/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.7 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.6%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

18

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

55

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.6%

State avg 23.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

12.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 17.6 per 100K

Dentists

7.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

1.8

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Hardin County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureHardinState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity33.7%37.7%37.6%4.0 pts better than state
Diabetes10.4%12.6%11.2%2.2 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure32.5%33.6%33.5%1.1 pts better than state
Depression25.7%22.9%24.1%2.8 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureHardinState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.7%15.1%16.3%0.6 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking19.3%18.0%17.8%1.3 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity25.7%30.2%27.0%4.5 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureHardinState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.4%72.2%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)55.9%51.0%57.3%4.9 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)70.3%70.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureHardinState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.8%18.5%18.6%1.3 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration40.4%39.4%37.3%1.0 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Hardin County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Hardin County Primary Care Provider Ratio Trails National Median

Health data brief for Hardin County, Texas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Hardin County records 18 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents, a figure significantly lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. For mental health services, the county has 55 providers per 100,000, compared to the national median of 250. The resident life expectancy in the county is 73.7 years, which sits below the Texas state average of 74.3 years and the national average of approximately 77 years. In terms of health coverage, the uninsured rate is 16.6%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 19.8% but higher than the 10% national average. Approximately 18.6% of residents report being in poor or fair health, slightly above the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Hardin County, Texas

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Altus Lumberton Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(409) 227-0520
220 Blanco St, Lumberton, TX 77657
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hardin County, TX?
Hardin County has a health score of 32/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #71 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 Hardin County?
Life expectancy in Hardin County is 73.7 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Hardin County below the state average.
How does Hardin County health compare to the Texas average?
Hardin County's health score of 32/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 73.7 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 16.6% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Hardin County?
Key health factors for Hardin County include: life expectancy (73.7 years), uninsured rate (16.6%), and primary care physician access (18:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 55:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hardin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 32/100 ("Below Average"), Hardin County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.7 years. 16.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Hardin County healthier than the Texas average?
Hardin County's health score of 32/100 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. Hardin County has better primary care access (18:1 ratio) than the state average (45:1).

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.