Lipscomb County Health Data
Lipscomb County, Texas
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
29/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
76.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
21.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.2 yr
State avg 74.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
21.7%
State avg 19.8%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Poor / Fair Health
23.0%
State avg 23.6%
National avg 19.6%
Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health
These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Lipscomb County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Lipscomb | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 36.9% | 37.7% | 37.6% | 0.8 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 12.1% | 12.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.8% | 33.6% | 33.5% | 0.8 pts better than state |
| Depression | 23.0% | 22.9% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Lipscomb | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 14.7% | 15.1% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% | 18.0% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.2% | 30.2% | 27.0% | 1.0 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Lipscomb | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 71.9% | 72.2% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 52.4% | 51.0% | 57.3% | 1.4 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 70.5% | 70.6% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Lipscomb | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 18.2% | 18.5% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 37.9% | 39.4% | 37.3% | 1.5 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Lipscomb County nationally on short sleep duration.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Uninsured Rate in Lipscomb County Exceeds National Average
Health data brief for Lipscomb County, Texas.
In Lipscomb County, 21.7% of the population is uninsured, a rate that is higher than the Texas average of 19.8% and more than double the national average of 10%. The county reports a life expectancy of 76.2 years, which is higher than the state average of 74.3 years but remains below the national average of 77 years. Additionally, 23.0% of residents report being in poor or fair health, a figure higher than the national average of 17%. Data regarding primary care providers and mental health providers is not available for this county in the current data set. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Get Care in Lipscomb County, Texas
Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Lipscomb County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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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.