Martin County Health Data

Martin County, Texas

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

Data Story

About Health in Martin County, Texas

Martin County trails national health benchmarks

Martin County residents live to an average of 71.5 years—2.5 years below the U.S. average of 74.0 years. With 24.3% reporting poor or fair health compared to the national 17% benchmark, the county reflects significant chronic disease burden and health disparities.

Below-average life expectancy, above-average uninsured

Martin County's life expectancy of 71.5 years falls 2.8 years short of Texas's 74.3-year average, while its 21.1% uninsured rate exceeds the state average of 19.8%. Both metrics point to systemic healthcare access and affordability challenges across the county.

Minimal primary care, no mental health data

Martin County has just 19 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, and mental health provider data is unavailable—a significant gap in a rural population. Residents needing behavioral health services face substantial barriers and likely travel to larger regional centers for care.

Provider shortage worsens uninsured crisis

One in five Martin County residents lacks insurance, and the scarce primary care infrastructure means even insured residents struggle to access local physicians and mental health support. The combination creates cycles of delayed care and worsening chronic conditions.

Enrollment is the vital first step

Martin County residents should visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to check Medicaid, CHIP, and marketplace options and enroll immediately. Once covered, work with local providers and state health officials to advocate for expanded behavioral health and specialist services.

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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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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.