Medina County Health Data
Medina County, Texas
Health Score
35/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
76.7 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.7 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
29
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
58
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Medina County, Texas
Medina residents live longer than average
At 76.7 years, Medina County's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 74.5 years by more than two years—a significant health advantage. The county's 22.0% poor/fair health rate still trails the national average of 18%, showing that while Medina residents live longer, they manage more chronic conditions. This suggests Medina offers good preventive care and medical management, extending lives despite higher disease burden.
Top longevity in Texas
Medina's 76.7-year life expectancy ranks among the best in Texas, exceeding the state average of 74.3 years by more than two years. The county's 16.7% uninsured rate is well below Texas's 19.8%, meaning fewer residents face cost barriers to care—a key factor in health outcomes. Medina's combination of strong life expectancy and broad insurance coverage suggests effective health investment across the county.
Medina leads the region in longevity
Medina's 76.7-year life expectancy outpaces nearby McLennan (75.3), Mills (75.4), and significantly outperforms Mitchell County (73.3). With a 16.7% uninsured rate, Medina ties Mitchell for the lowest uninsured rate in its peer group, while achieving superior health outcomes. The county's strong performance across both metrics—coverage and longevity—reflects a healthier regional position.
Limited primary care, strong prevention
Medina's 29 primary care providers per 100,000 residents is relatively low compared to McLennan (77), raising questions about access to routine care in this growing South Texas county. Mental health services are sparse at 58 providers per 100,000, suggesting behavioral health may be underserved despite the county's strong life expectancy. The disconnect suggests Medina residents may rely heavily on urgent care or travel for specialists, a pattern typical of rural areas with good insurance coverage.
Maintain your health coverage advantage
Medina's low uninsured rate is a community asset—16.7% of residents still lack coverage, and open enrollment is the time to change that. If you're uninsured or underinsured, visit healthcare.gov to explore 2024 marketplace plans and subsidies based on your income. Keeping coverage continuous prevents gaps that can lead to medical debt and delayed 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.