Marion County Health Data

Marion County, Texas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

16/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.1 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.7%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

21

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

22.4%

State avg 23.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

10.4

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

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 Marion County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMarionState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.1%37.7%37.6%1.4 pts worse than state
Diabetes12.8%12.6%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure36.7%33.6%33.5%3.1 pts worse than state
Depression25.4%22.9%24.1%2.5 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMarionState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.5%15.1%16.3%3.4 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking17.6%18.0%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity30.0%30.2%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMarionState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup73.4%72.2%74.9%1.2 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)49.9%51.0%57.3%1.1 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.2%70.6%73.3%2.6 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMarionState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.9%18.5%18.6%2.4 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration40.4%39.4%37.3%1.0 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Marion County nationally on current cigarette smoking.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Life Expectancy in Marion County Reaches 71.1 Years

Health data brief for Marion County, Texas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Marion County is 71.1 years, which is nearly six years shorter than the national average of 77 years and lower than the Texas average of 74.3 years. Data regarding primary care providers is currently unavailable for the county. For mental health care, the ratio is 21 providers per 100,000 residents, well below the national median of 250. The county's uninsured rate is 16.7%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 19.8% but remains higher than the national average of 10%. Furthermore, 22.4% of residents report their health as poor or fair, compared to the national average of 17%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Marion 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 Marion 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.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Marion County, TX?
Marion County has a health score of 16/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #175 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 Marion County?
Life expectancy in Marion County is 71.1 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Marion County below the state average.
How does Marion County health compare to the Texas average?
Marion County's health score of 16/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 71.1 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 16.7% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Marion County?
Key health factors for Marion County include: life expectancy (71.1 years), uninsured rate (16.7%), and primary care physician access (—). Mental health provider access is 21:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Marion County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 16/100 ("Below Average"), Marion County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.1 years. 16.7% 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 Marion County?
Marion County's health score of 16/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 16.7% 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.