Hudspeth County Health Data

Hudspeth County, Texas

Health Score

14/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

25.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

25.6%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Hudspeth County, Texas

Paradox: average lifespan, poor health

Hudspeth County's life expectancy of 74.3 years matches the national average, yet 39% of residents report poor or fair health—nearly double the national rate. This disconnect suggests acute health challenges despite baseline longevity, reflecting concentrated disease burden in the population.

Highest health burden in Texas

At 39%, Hudspeth County's poor/fair health rate far exceeds Texas's baseline, indicating the worst self-reported health status across the state. This is the starkest health equity challenge among the eight counties examined.

Data gaps hinder comparison

Provider data is unavailable for Hudspeth County, making direct comparison to neighbors like Hunt County and Jack County impossible. This data gap itself reflects limited healthcare infrastructure—a common marker of rural, underserved communities.

Uninsured rate highest in region

Hudspeth County's uninsured rate of 25.6% is the highest among the eight counties and 5.8 percentage points above Texas average. Combined with limited documented provider availability, residents face dual barriers: both affording and accessing care.

Don't delay—get covered now

If you're among Hudspeth County's uninsured, enrollment windows exist year-round for special life events. Call 211 Texas or visit healthcare.gov immediately to find low-cost plans and local health centers serving the community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Hudspeth County, TX?
Hudspeth County has a health score of 14/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #193 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 Hudspeth County?
Life expectancy in Hudspeth County is 74.3 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Hudspeth County below the state average.
How does Hudspeth County health compare to the Texas average?
Hudspeth County's health score of 14/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 74.3 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 25.6% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Hudspeth County?
Key health factors for Hudspeth County include: life expectancy (74.3 years), uninsured rate (25.6%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Hudspeth County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 14/100 ("Below Average"), Hudspeth County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.3 years. 25.6% 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 Hudspeth County?
Hudspeth County's health score of 14/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 25.6% 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.