Jack County Health Data

Jack County, Texas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

27/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.3%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

34

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

23

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

21.4%

State avg 23.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

11.6

per 100K residentsCDC: 34.4 per 100K

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 Jack County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureJackState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.9%37.7%37.6%near state average
Diabetes11.8%12.6%11.2%0.8 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure34.4%33.6%33.5%0.8 pts worse than state
Depression24.5%22.9%24.1%1.6 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureJackState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.7%15.1%16.3%2.6 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking19.0%18.0%17.8%1.0 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity29.5%30.2%27.0%0.7 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureJackState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.4%72.2%74.9%0.8 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)51.8%51.0%57.3%0.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)69.9%70.6%73.3%0.7 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureJackState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.7%18.5%18.6%1.2 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration38.6%39.4%37.3%0.8 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Jack County nationally on current cigarette smoking.

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

Data Story

Mental Health Provider Ratio in Jack County Among Lowest Nationwide

Health data brief for Jack County, Texas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Jack County has a mental health provider ratio of 23 per 100,000 residents, significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. This is the county’s most standout health metric. The life expectancy in Jack County is 75.0 years, which is slightly higher than the Texas state average of 74.3 years but lower than the national average of 77 years. Additionally, the uninsured rate is 22.3%, exceeding both the state average of 19.8% and the national average of 10%. Data indicates that 21.4% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Primary care availability is recorded at 34 providers per 100,000, roughly half of the national median of 70. Explore state-level data for a broader comparison of clinical provider access across Texas.

Get Care in Jack 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.

Faith Community Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(940) 567-6633
215 Chisholm Trail, Jacksboro, TX 76458
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 Jack County, TX?
Jack County has a health score of 27/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #94 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 Jack County?
Life expectancy in Jack County is 75.0 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Jack County above the state average.
How does Jack County health compare to the Texas average?
Jack County's health score of 27/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 75.0 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 22.3% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Jack County?
Key health factors for Jack County include: life expectancy (75.0 years), uninsured rate (22.3%), and primary care physician access (34:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 23:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Jack County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 27/100 ("Below Average"), Jack County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.0 years. 22.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Jack County healthier than the Texas average?
Jack County's health score of 27/100 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. Jack County has better primary care access (34:1 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.