Moore County Health Data

Moore County, Texas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

16/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

26.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

26.1%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

38

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

29.8%

State avg 23.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

18.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 33.1 per 100K

Dentists

23.5

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 Moore County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMooreState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.1%37.7%37.6%1.4 pts worse than state
Diabetes14.7%12.6%11.2%2.1 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure34.4%33.6%33.5%0.8 pts worse than state
Depression21.2%22.9%24.1%1.7 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMooreState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.8%15.1%16.3%0.7 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking16.6%18.0%17.8%1.4 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity36.0%30.2%27.0%5.8 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMooreState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.2%72.2%74.9%1.0 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)44.0%51.0%57.3%7.0 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)70.6%70.6%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureMooreState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.4%18.5%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration39.3%39.4%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Moore County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Poor and fair health reports are high in Moore County

Health data brief for Moore County, Texas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Moore County, 29.8% of adults report being in poor or fair health. This figure is higher than the national average of 17%. The county also records an uninsured rate of 26.1%, which is higher than the Texas average of 19.8% and more than double the national average of 10%. Regarding longevity, the life expectancy for residents is 74.8 years, which is longer than the state average of 74.3 years but shorter than the national average of 77 years. Medical infrastructure data indicates there are 33 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 38 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. Both of these statistics are lower than the national medians of 70 primary care providers and 250 mental health providers per 100,000 people. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Moore 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.

Memorial Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(806) 935-7171
224 E Second Street, Dumas, TX 79029
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 Moore County, TX?
Moore County has a health score of 16/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #176 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 Moore County?
Life expectancy in Moore County is 74.8 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Moore County above the state average.
How does Moore County health compare to the Texas average?
Moore County's health score of 16/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 74.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 26.1% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Moore County?
Key health factors for Moore County include: life expectancy (74.8 years), uninsured rate (26.1%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 38:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Moore County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 16/100 ("Below Average"), Moore County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.8 years. 26.1% 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 Moore County?
Moore County's health score of 16/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 26.1% 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.