Nolan County Health Data

Nolan County, Texas

Health Score

15/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.5 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

18.9%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

48

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

91

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Nolan County, Texas

Nolan falls short of national life expectancy

Nolan County residents live to an average of 73.5 years, about 5 years less than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. With 27% of adults reporting poor or fair health, the county faces significant health challenges that mirror broader struggles in rural Texas.

Below Texas average in life expectancy

At 73.5 years, Nolan County trails Texas's state average of 74.3 years. This 0.8-year gap reflects ongoing health disparities that affect daily life across the county.

Nolan's mental health providers stand out

Nolan County offers 91 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—double the rate in neighboring Palo Pinto County (27 per 100K). However, primary care access remains limited at 48 providers per 100,000, barely matching local demand.

Nearly 1 in 5 Nolan residents uninsured

At 18.9%, Nolan's uninsured rate runs slightly below the state average of 19.8%, but thousands still lack coverage. Limited primary care capacity means those without insurance often delay preventive care, driving up costs downstream.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Nolan County, TX?
Nolan County has a health score of 15/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #187 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 Nolan County?
Life expectancy in Nolan County is 73.5 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Nolan County below the state average.
How does Nolan County health compare to the Texas average?
Nolan County's health score of 15/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 73.5 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 18.9% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Nolan County?
Key health factors for Nolan County include: life expectancy (73.5 years), uninsured rate (18.9%), and primary care physician access (48:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 91:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Nolan County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 15/100 ("Below Average"), Nolan County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.5 years. 18.9% 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 Nolan County?
Nolan County's health score of 15/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 18.9% 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.