Leon County Health Data

Leon County, Texas

Health Score

17/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.3 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.8%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

36

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Leon County, Texas

Leon County trails national life expectancy

Residents of Leon County live to an average of 73.3 years, about 5 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. One in four adults here report being in poor or fair health, compared to the national rate of roughly 18%. These gaps signal persistent health challenges that merit local attention and action.

Below average health in state rankings

Leon County's life expectancy of 73.3 years falls a full year short of Texas's 74.3-year average. The 23.6% poor/fair health rate in Leon exceeds the state trend, placing the county among lower-performing Texas communities on these key indicators.

Healthier peers nearby

Neighboring Limestone County residents live to 72.6 years with similar health challenges, but Llano County to the south records 76.2 years. Leon's 21.8% uninsured rate slightly exceeds Limestone's 19.8%, suggesting healthcare access varies meaningfully across the region.

Insurance gaps and provider scarcity

Nearly 22% of Leon County residents lack health insurance, nearly 2 percentage points above the state average. While mental health providers are available at 36 per 100,000 residents, primary care provider data remains limited—a gap that complicates routine medical care in the county.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Leon County, TX?
Leon County has a health score of 17/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #167 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 Leon County?
Life expectancy in Leon County is 73.3 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Leon County below the state average.
How does Leon County health compare to the Texas average?
Leon County's health score of 17/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 73.3 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 21.8% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Leon County?
Key health factors for Leon County include: life expectancy (73.3 years), uninsured rate (21.8%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 36:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Leon County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 17/100 ("Below Average"), Leon County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.3 years. 21.8% 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 Leon County?
Leon County's health score of 17/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 21.8% 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.