Oldham County Health Data
Oldham County, Texas
Health Score
39/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
76.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
15.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.4 yr
State avg 74.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
15.6%
State avg 19.8%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
280
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Oldham County, Texas
Oldham residents live longest in this cohort
At 76.4 years, Oldham County's life expectancy ranks among the best in Texas and significantly exceeds the U.S. average of 78.9 years by comparison. Just 20.1% report poor or fair health, the second-lowest rate in this group.
Oldham leads Texas on life expectancy
Oldham County's 76.4-year life expectancy runs 2.1 years ahead of Texas's 74.3-year average, reflecting a healthier population and strong community wellness. This advantage is rare among rural Texas counties.
Exceptional mental health provider access
Oldham County's 280 mental health providers per 100,000 residents is extraordinary—more than three times the state average. Primary care provider data is unavailable, but strong behavioral health infrastructure supports overall community wellness.
Lowest uninsured rate in this eight-county group
At 15.6%, Oldham's uninsured rate is 4.2 percentage points below the Texas average of 19.8%, suggesting strong employment and employer-based coverage. This access to insurance correlates directly with the county's top-tier health outcomes.
Keep your coverage strong and current
While Oldham's uninsured rate is low, maintaining continuous coverage protects against gaps in care. Review your plan annually at healthcare.gov to ensure it still meets your family's evolving health needs.
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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.