Jim Hogg County Health Data

Jim Hogg County, Texas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

9/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.5 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.4%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

21

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Poor / Fair Health

34.0%

State avg 23.6%

National avg 19.6%

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 Jim Hogg County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureJim HoggState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity45.7%37.7%37.6%8.0 pts worse than state
Diabetes20.2%12.6%11.2%7.6 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure38.1%33.6%33.5%4.5 pts worse than state
Depression20.5%22.9%24.1%2.4 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureJim HoggState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.2%15.1%16.3%3.1 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking14.7%18.0%17.8%3.3 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity46.6%30.2%27.0%16.4 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureJim HoggState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup70.9%72.2%74.9%1.3 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)39.6%51.0%57.3%11.4 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)66.0%70.6%73.3%4.6 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureJim HoggState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.9%18.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration40.7%39.4%37.3%1.3 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Jim Hogg County nationally on physical inactivity.

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

Data Story

One in Three Jim Hogg County Residents Report Poor Health

Health data brief for Jim Hogg County, Texas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

Roughly 34.0% of residents in Jim Hogg County report being in poor or fair health, a rate that is double the national average of 17%. Clinical data shows 21 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is significantly fewer than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Data for mental health providers is currently unavailable for this county. The uninsured rate is 21.4%, which is higher than the Texas average of 19.8% and more than double the national average of 10%. Life expectancy in the county is 72.5 years, which is shorter than the state average of 74.3 years and the national average of 77 years. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Jim Hogg 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Jim Hogg County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 Jim Hogg County, TX?
Jim Hogg County has a health score of 9/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #227 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 Jim Hogg County?
Life expectancy in Jim Hogg County is 72.5 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Jim Hogg County below the state average.
How does Jim Hogg County health compare to the Texas average?
Jim Hogg County's health score of 9/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 72.5 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 21.4% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Jim Hogg County?
Key health factors for Jim Hogg County include: life expectancy (72.5 years), uninsured rate (21.4%), and primary care physician access (21:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Jim Hogg County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 9/100 ("Below Average"), Jim Hogg County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.5 years. 21.4% 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 Jim Hogg County?
Jim Hogg County's health score of 9/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 21.4% 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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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.