Kimble County Health Data

Kimble County, Texas

Health Score

37/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

78.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.6 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.6%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

92

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

90

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Kimble County, Texas

Kimble outpaces nation on longevity

Kimble County residents live to 78.6 years, four years longer than the U.S. average of 74.5 years—a remarkable advantage. Yet 22.9% report poor or fair health, above the national average of 17.8%, showing that longer life spans don't guarantee healthier populations.

Well above Texas life expectancy

Kimble's 78.6-year life expectancy exceeds Texas's average of 74.3 years by more than four years, placing it among the state's longest-living counties. Its 21.6% uninsured rate slightly exceeds Texas's 19.8%, indicating room for improved coverage.

Life expectancy leader, coverage laggard

Kimble's 78.6-year life expectancy trails only Kendall (79.8) among nearby counties, but its 21.6% uninsured rate exceeds Kendall's 15.3% and Kerr's 19%. With 92 primary care and 90 mental health providers per 100K, Kimble has solid infrastructure but uneven coverage.

Good providers, insurance gaps remain

Kimble offers 92 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and balanced mental health access at 90 per 100K. However, one in five residents (21.6%) lacks health insurance, limiting their ability to use these available providers and forcing many to delay care.

Close the coverage gap

Kimble County has strong healthcare infrastructure, but 21.6% uninsured means thousands cannot access it affordably. Visit healthcare.gov or contact a local community health center today to secure coverage and join your neighbors in Kimble's long, healthy lives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Kimble County, TX?
Kimble County has a health score of 37/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #49 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 Kimble County?
Life expectancy in Kimble County is 78.6 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Kimble County above the state average.
How does Kimble County health compare to the Texas average?
Kimble County's health score of 37/100 is above the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 78.6 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 21.6% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Kimble County?
Key health factors for Kimble County include: life expectancy (78.6 years), uninsured rate (21.6%), and primary care physician access (92:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 90:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Kimble County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 37/100 ("Below Average"), Kimble County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.6 years. 21.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Kimble County healthier than the Texas average?
Kimble County's health score of 37/100 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.