Kleberg County Health Data

Kleberg County, Texas

Health Score

15/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.4 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

19.1%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

67

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Kleberg County, Texas

Kleberg life expectancy lags slightly behind

At 73.4 years, Kleberg County residents live about 5 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. One in four residents report poor or fair health, a 26.6% rate that exceeds most national benchmarks.

Kleberg ranks below Texas average

Kleberg's life expectancy of 73.4 years trails Texas's state average of 74.3 years by nearly one year. The county's uninsured rate of 19.1% is slightly better than the state average of 19.8%, providing some relief for residents seeking coverage.

Kleberg outperforms neighbors on insurance

Among its regional peers, Kleberg's 19.1% uninsured rate is competitive—better than Knox County (20.9%) and La Salle County (22.4%). The county maintains 42 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, slightly above some neighboring counties.

Provider access adequate but uneven

Kleberg provides 42 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 67 mental health providers, giving residents a reasonable foundation for routine care. However, 1 in 5 residents remain uninsured, meaning gaps in access persist for the most vulnerable.

One in five Kleberg residents still uninsured

At 19.1%, Kleberg's uninsured rate means thousands lack consistent healthcare access. If you or a family member are uninsured, visit healthcare.gov or Texas's insurance marketplace to explore coverage options and find plans that fit your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Kleberg County, TX?
Kleberg County has a health score of 15/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #186 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 Kleberg County?
Life expectancy in Kleberg County is 73.4 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Kleberg County below the state average.
How does Kleberg County health compare to the Texas average?
Kleberg County's health score of 15/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 73.4 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 19.1% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Kleberg County?
Key health factors for Kleberg County include: life expectancy (73.4 years), uninsured rate (19.1%), and primary care physician access (42:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 67:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Kleberg County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 15/100 ("Below Average"), Kleberg County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.4 years. 19.1% 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 Kleberg County?
Kleberg County's health score of 15/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 19.1% 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.