Liberty County Health Data

Liberty County, Texas

Health Score

11/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

22.6%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

22

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Liberty County, Texas

Liberty County health lags far behind

At 72.8 years, life expectancy in Liberty County ranks significantly below the U.S. average of 78.9 years—a gap of over 6 years. Nearly 28% of adults report poor or fair health, substantially exceeding the national average of 18%, reflecting serious population health challenges.

Among Texas's lowest health performers

Liberty County's 72.8-year life expectancy falls 1.5 years below the Texas average of 74.3 years. With a 27.7% poor/fair health rate, the county ranks well below state trends, indicating concentrated health disparities.

Struggling compared to surrounding areas

Liberty's 72.8-year life expectancy is the lowest in its region; neighboring Leon County averages 73.3 years and Limestone 72.6 years. The 22.6% uninsured rate here is highest among immediate neighbors, compounding access barriers for vulnerable populations.

Minimal primary care, fewer mental health options

Liberty County has only 22 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 30 mental health providers per 100,000, both well below adequacy thresholds. Combined with a 22.6% uninsured rate—2.8 points above state average—residents face real obstacles to routine and preventive care.

Your health matters—get insured now

With more than one in five residents uninsured, Liberty County families should investigate coverage options immediately. Visit your county health department or call 211 to connect with navigators who can help you find affordable insurance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Liberty County, TX?
Liberty County has a health score of 11/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #209 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 Liberty County?
Life expectancy in Liberty County is 72.8 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Liberty County below the state average.
How does Liberty County health compare to the Texas average?
Liberty County's health score of 11/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 72.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 22.6% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Liberty County?
Key health factors for Liberty County include: life expectancy (72.8 years), uninsured rate (22.6%), and primary care physician access (22:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 30:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Liberty County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 11/100 ("Below Average"), Liberty County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.8 years. 22.6% 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 Liberty County?
Liberty County's health score of 11/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 22.6% 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.