Parmer County Health Data

Parmer County, Texas

Health Score

21/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

24.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.7 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

24.4%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

10

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

10

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Parmer County, Texas

Parmer outlives the nation

At 75.7 years, Parmer County residents live longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years—nearly matching national benchmarks despite rural geography. Yet 27.2% report poor or fair health, above the national rate, suggesting that longevity masks underlying wellness challenges.

Better than Texas average

Parmer's 75.7-year life expectancy runs 1.4 years ahead of the Texas average of 74.3 years, placing the county in the healthier tier statewide. The county also beats Texas on uninsured rates, with 24.4% uninsured versus the state average of 19.8%.

Healthier than Pecos, trailing Randall

Parmer residents live 3.2 years longer than Pecos County (72.5 years) and report better health than Potter County's 28.6% poor/fair rate. Yet Randall County (76.3 years) edges out Parmer on life expectancy, and its 13.0% uninsured rate is far lower.

Limited doctors, high uninsurance

With only 10 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Parmer faces acute shortages—less than one-fourth of Potter County's 88 per 100K. Over one in four Parmer residents (24.4%) lack health insurance, straining access to preventive care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Parmer County, TX?
Parmer County has a health score of 21/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #134 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 Parmer County?
Life expectancy in Parmer County is 75.7 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Parmer County above the state average.
How does Parmer County health compare to the Texas average?
Parmer County's health score of 21/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 75.7 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 24.4% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Parmer County?
Key health factors for Parmer County include: life expectancy (75.7 years), uninsured rate (24.4%), and primary care physician access (10:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 10:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Parmer County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 21/100 ("Below Average"), Parmer County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.7 years. 24.4% 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 Parmer County?
Parmer County's health score of 21/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 24.4% 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.