Martin County Health Data

Martin County, Texas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

12/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.5 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.1%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

19

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Poor / Fair Health

24.3%

State avg 23.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

133.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 19.2 per 100K

Dentists

76.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

439.8

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 Martin County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMartinState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.6%37.7%37.6%2.1 pts better than state
Diabetes11.5%12.6%11.2%1.1 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure31.5%33.6%33.5%2.1 pts better than state
Depression22.2%22.9%24.1%0.7 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMartinState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.8%15.1%16.3%1.3 pts better than state
Binge Drinking18.5%18.0%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity29.3%30.2%27.0%0.9 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMartinState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.4%72.2%74.9%0.8 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)50.2%51.0%57.3%0.8 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)70.9%70.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureMartinState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.0%18.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration39.0%39.4%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Martin County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Martin County Records 19 Primary Care Providers Per 100,000

Health data brief for Martin County, Texas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Martin County has a primary care provider ratio of 19 per 100,000 residents, which is significantly lower than the national median of 70. No data is available for mental health providers in the county. The life expectancy for residents is 71.5 years, below the Texas average of 74.3 years and the national average of 77 years. Regarding health coverage, 21.1% of the population is uninsured, slightly higher than the Texas state average of 19.8% and more than double the national average of 10%. Additionally, 24.3% of residents describe their health as poor or fair, exceeding the national average of 17%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Martin 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.

Martin County Hospital District

ER
Not rated by CMS
(432) 756-3345
600 E Interstate 20 Po Box 640, Stanton, TX 79782
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 Martin County, TX?
Martin County has a health score of 12/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #204 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 Martin County?
Life expectancy in Martin County is 71.5 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Martin County below the state average.
How does Martin County health compare to the Texas average?
Martin County's health score of 12/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 71.5 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 21.1% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Martin County?
Key health factors for Martin County include: life expectancy (71.5 years), uninsured rate (21.1%), and primary care physician access (19:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Martin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 12/100 ("Below Average"), Martin County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.5 years. 21.1% 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 Martin County?
Martin County's health score of 12/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 21.1% 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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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.