Navarro County Health Data

Navarro County, Texas

Health Score

20/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.7%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

28

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

76

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Navarro County, Texas

Life expectancy slightly below U.S. average

Navarro County residents live to an average of 73.8 years, about 2.6 years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Nearly one in four report poor or fair health, above national rates.

Close to Texas state health performance

Navarro County's 73.8-year life expectancy is 0.5 years below Texas's 74.3-year average. The county's 18.7% uninsured rate is slightly better than the state's 19.8%, suggesting moderate coverage success.

Moderate access to healthcare providers

Navarro County's 28 primary care providers per 100,000 residents fall between low-access counties like Montague (25) and high-access ones like Nacogdoches (71). Mental health provider density of 76 per 100,000 is respectable for a mid-sized Texas county.

Insurance gap smaller than most peers

At 18.7%, Navarro County's uninsured rate ranks among the lowest in this group, though 28 primary care providers per 100,000 leaves some access challenges. The county balances moderate insurance coverage with moderate provider density.

Strengthen coverage for peace of mind

Nearly one in five Navarro residents lack insurance, but options exist. Visit healthcare.gov to compare ACA plans, or call 2-1-1 Texas to learn about local health programs and federally qualified health centers offering affordable care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Navarro County, TX?
Navarro County has a health score of 20/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #141 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 Navarro County?
Life expectancy in Navarro County is 73.8 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Navarro County below the state average.
How does Navarro County health compare to the Texas average?
Navarro County's health score of 20/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 73.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 18.7% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Navarro County?
Key health factors for Navarro County include: life expectancy (73.8 years), uninsured rate (18.7%), and primary care physician access (28:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 76:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Navarro County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 20/100 ("Below Average"), Navarro County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.8 years. 18.7% 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 Navarro County?
Navarro County's health score of 20/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 18.7% 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.