Hartley County Health Data
Hartley County, Texas
Health Score
49/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
77.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.9 yr
State avg 74.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.7%
State avg 19.8%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
19
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Hartley County, Texas
Hartley residents live longest
At 77.9 years, Hartley County residents enjoy the longest life expectancy among all eight counties and exceed the national average of 79.8 years. Only 18.1% report poor or fair health—among the lowest rates in this group—indicating strong baseline wellness in this rural panhandle community.
Best health outcomes in Texas sample
Hartley County's 77.9-year life expectancy is the highest among these counties and exceeds Texas's 74.3-year average by 3.6 years. At 16.7% uninsured—better than the state average of 19.8%—Hartley combines strong longevity with solid insurance coverage.
Mental health access limited, primary care data sparse
Hartley County reports only 19 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—the lowest in this group. Primary care provider data is not available, but the county's excellent life expectancy suggests either strong regional partnerships for care or a population with lower healthcare needs.
Sparse data, excellent health outcomes
Hartley County's 77.9-year life expectancy and 18.1% poor/fair health rate are the best in this group, despite having the fewest mental health providers (19 per 100,000) and limited primary care data. The county's success suggests strong community health foundations and preventive practices.
Stay covered in Hartley County
With 16.7% uninsured, Hartley County has low coverage gaps, but make sure your insurance is active and up to date. Visit healthcare.gov or contact your local health department to verify coverage and maintain your access to care.
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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.