Mitchell County Health Data
Mitchell County, Texas
Health Score
16/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
73.3 yr
Uninsured Rate
16.7%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
73.3 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
55
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Data Story
About Health in Mitchell County, Texas
Mitchell faces significant health headwinds
At 73.3 years, Mitchell County's life expectancy lags the U.S. average of 74.5 years, and the county's 26.9% poor/fair health rate far exceeds the national average of 18%. This combination signals a county facing serious chronic disease burden and health challenges that shorten lives. Mitchell residents experience substantially worse health outcomes than typical Americans, requiring urgent attention to health equity and access.
Lowest life expectancy in West Texas
Mitchell's 73.3-year life expectancy is well below Texas's 74.3-year average, making it a clear outlier statewide for premature mortality. The county's 26.9% poor/fair health rate ranks among the worst in the state, indicating high chronic disease prevalence. With a 16.7% uninsured rate—actually better than state average—coverage is not the primary problem; health disparities and access to quality care are.
Mitchell lags far behind regional peers
Mitchell's 73.3-year life expectancy trails all neighbors: Midland (75.5), Mills (75.4), McLennan (75.3), and Medina (76.7)—a striking gap of 2-3 years. The county's 26.9% poor/fair health rate is the worst in its peer group, suggesting systemic health challenges beyond insurance coverage. Despite a relatively low uninsured rate (16.7%), Mitchell residents face the bleakest health profile in the region, pointing to deeper social and economic factors.
Moderate care access masks outcomes crisis
Mitchell offers 55 primary care providers per 100,000 residents—a solid number on paper—yet the county's poor health outcomes suggest care quality or timeliness issues. Mental health provider data is unavailable, but the high rate of poor/fair health suggests behavioral health services may be inadequate. The disconnect between provider supply and health outcomes indicates Mitchell residents face barriers beyond simple access—poverty, education, and preventive care gaps likely play major roles.
Get covered and seek preventive care
Mitchell's 16.7% uninsured rate is competitive, yet health outcomes remain poor—if you're among the uninsured, coverage through healthcare.gov is step one. Once covered, prioritize preventive care: screenings, vaccinations, and chronic disease management can extend life and reduce the 26.9% poor/fair health rate dragging down the county. Your health plan is most valuable when used for prevention, not just emergencies.
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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.