Runnels County Health Data

Runnels County, Texas

Health Score

19/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

20.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

20.7%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

70

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

51

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Runnels County, Texas

Runnels County near national health benchmark

Runnels County residents live an average of 72.8 years—4.2 years below the U.S. average of 77.0 years. The 22.0% poor or fair health rate is moderate, reflecting manageable chronic disease burden.

Below Texas state average, room for improvement

At 72.8 years, Runnels County's life expectancy is 1.5 years below Texas's state average of 74.3 years. The county ranks in the lower half of Texas health outcomes.

Strong primary care, adequate mental health access

Runnels County has 70 primary care providers per 100,000 residents and 51 mental health providers per 100K—both solid figures that support accessible healthcare. These provider levels compare favorably to Real County and exceed many regional peers.

Insurance gaps persist despite provider supply

Runnels County's 20.7% uninsured rate exceeds the state average of 19.8%, meaning coverage gaps undermine the benefits of available providers. One in five residents delay or skip care due to cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Runnels County, TX?
Runnels County has a health score of 19/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #145 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 Runnels County?
Life expectancy in Runnels County is 72.8 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Runnels County below the state average.
How does Runnels County health compare to the Texas average?
Runnels County's health score of 19/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 72.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 20.7% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Runnels County?
Key health factors for Runnels County include: life expectancy (72.8 years), uninsured rate (20.7%), and primary care physician access (70:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 51:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Runnels County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 19/100 ("Below Average"), Runnels County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.8 years. 20.7% 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 Runnels County?
Runnels County's health score of 19/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 20.7% 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.