Kendall County Health Data

Kendall County, Texas

Health Score

64/100

Average

Life Expectancy

79.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

15.3%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

86

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

237

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Kendall County, Texas

Kendall leads Texas—and the nation

Kendall County residents live to 79.8 years, a full 5.3 years longer than the U.S. average of 74.5 years and one of Texas's highest life expectancies. Just 14.6% report poor or fair health, well below the national average of 17.8%.

Healthiest county in Texas

Kendall's 79.8-year life expectancy ranks among Texas's very best, outpacing the state average of 74.3 years by more than five years. At 15.3% uninsured, Kendall residents also enjoy significantly better coverage than the state average of 19.8%.

Clear health advantage over peers

Kendall's life expectancy of 79.8 years vastly exceeds surrounding counties like Kerr (76.5 years) and Kimble (78.6 years). The county also boasts far superior provider density, with 86 primary care and 237 mental health providers per 100K—among the highest in the state.

Access meets affordability

With only 15.3% uninsured and 86 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Kendall offers exceptional health infrastructure and coverage. This combination allows residents to access preventive care easily and maintains one of Texas's healthiest populations.

Keep Kendall healthy—stay insured

Kendall's strong health outcomes depend on consistent coverage; if you're among the 15% uninsured, visit healthcare.gov to explore marketplace plans. Maintaining coverage ensures you benefit from the excellent provider network already available in your county.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Kendall County, TX?
Kendall County has a health score of 64/100, rated "Average." It ranks #7 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 Kendall County?
Life expectancy in Kendall County is 79.8 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Kendall County above the state average.
How does Kendall County health compare to the Texas average?
Kendall County's health score of 64/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 79.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 15.3% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Kendall County?
Key health factors for Kendall County include: life expectancy (79.8 years), uninsured rate (15.3%), and primary care physician access (86:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 237:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Kendall County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 64/100 ("Average"), Kendall County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.8 years. 15.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Kendall County healthier than the Texas average?
Kendall County's health score of 64/100 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.

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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.