Mills County Health Data
Mills County, Texas
Health Score
34/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
75.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
21.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
75.4 yr
State avg 74.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
21.6%
State avg 19.8%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
22
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
132
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Mills County, Texas
Mills lives long, with health challenges
At 75.4 years, Mills County's life expectancy exceeds the U.S. average of 74.5 years, yet the county's 19.2% poor/fair health rate closely mirrors the national average of 18%. Mills residents are living longer than typical Americans while managing similar disease burden—a sign of adequate medical care and disease management. The strong longevity despite moderate health challenges suggests effective chronic disease control.
Above average on longevity, above on uninsured
Mills's 75.4-year life expectancy outperforms Texas's 74.3-year average, placing the county in the upper tier statewide. However, Mills's 21.6% uninsured rate exceeds Texas's 19.8% average, meaning more residents lack coverage—a concerning gap. This mismatch suggests Mills achieves good health outcomes despite higher uninsured rates, possibly due to community health centers or strong prevention efforts.
Mills balances longevity with coverage gaps
Mills's 75.4-year life expectancy matches McLennan (75.3) and exceeds Mitchell (73.3), but the county's 21.6% uninsured rate is notably higher than peers like Medina (16.7%) or Midland (18.9%). With 22 primary care providers per 100,000, Mills offers limited access compared to larger neighbors, requiring residents to travel for specialist care. The combination of decent longevity but higher uninsured rates suggests Mills residents are resilient but vulnerable.
Modest provider access, uninsured gap
Mills's 22 primary care providers per 100,000 residents offer basic care capacity, but the county's 21.6% uninsured rate means roughly one in five residents struggle to afford visits. Mental health services are relatively strong at 132 providers per 100,000, suggesting the county prioritizes behavioral health despite limited overall infrastructure. The combination reflects a small county doing its best with constrained resources.
Bridge the coverage gap today
Nearly 2,000 Mills County residents lack health insurance—if you're among them, marketplace plans may cost far less than you expect thanks to subsidies. Visit healthcare.gov during open enrollment to check your eligibility for Medicaid, CHIP, or tax credits that lower monthly premiums. Even a modest plan protects you from catastrophic medical debt.
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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.