Henderson County Health Data

Henderson County, Texas

Health Score

17/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.0 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.4%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

36

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

67

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Henderson County, Texas

Henderson County health lags nationally

Henderson County's 72.0-year life expectancy falls 2.5 years below the U.S. average of 74.5 years, and 21.7% of residents report poor or fair health. These figures signal persistent health challenges that demand attention.

Below-average health across Texas

At 72.0 years, Henderson County's life expectancy ranks near the bottom of Texas counties, trailing the state average of 74.3 years by 2.3 years. The 22.4% uninsured rate also exceeds the state average of 19.8%, straining the county's healthcare system.

Henderson struggles against peers

Henderson County's 72.0-year life expectancy trails Hays County (79.4 years) by 7.4 years and Hood County (76.0 years) by 4 years. With 22.4% uninsured and only 36 primary care providers per 100K, the county faces compounded access and coverage challenges.

Doctor shortage meets coverage crisis

Henderson County has just 36 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 67 mental health providers per 100,000, among the lowest in the comparison. The 22.4% uninsured rate means a significant share cannot reliably reach even these limited providers.

Insurance is your first step to care

With limited providers and high uninsured rates, getting covered is critical in Henderson County. Visit healthcare.gov or contact the county health department to enroll in Medicaid or marketplace plans designed for your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Henderson County, TX?
Henderson County has a health score of 17/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #168 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 Henderson County?
Life expectancy in Henderson County is 72.0 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Henderson County below the state average.
How does Henderson County health compare to the Texas average?
Henderson County's health score of 17/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 72.0 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 22.4% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Henderson County?
Key health factors for Henderson County include: life expectancy (72.0 years), uninsured rate (22.4%), and primary care physician access (36:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 67:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Henderson County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 17/100 ("Below Average"), Henderson County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.0 years. 22.4% 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 Henderson County?
Henderson County's health score of 17/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 22.4% 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.