San Saba County Health Data

San Saba County, Texas

Health Score

25/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

27.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.7 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

27.2%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

34

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

34

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in San Saba County, Texas

San Saba's longevity slightly exceeds U.S. norms

San Saba County's 74.7-year life expectancy slightly exceeds the U.S. average of 76.4 years by 1.7 years—a modest but positive sign. However, 21.9% of residents report poor or fair health, suggesting underlying chronic conditions despite the life expectancy edge.

Life expectancy above Texas, but uninsured crisis

San Saba County's 74.7-year life expectancy is the highest in this county group and exceeds Texas's 74.3 average. However, its 27.2% uninsured rate is by far the highest statewide—nearly 1 in 3.7 residents lack coverage.

Best life expectancy, worst insurance coverage

San Saba County's 74.7-year life expectancy tops all regional peers, but its 27.2% uninsured rate is more than double Scurry County's 20.9%. Strong primary care access at 34 providers per 100,000 suggests the issue is cost, not availability.

Paradox: strong care access, insurance crisis

San Saba County has 34 primary care and 34 mental health providers per 100,000—excellent coverage—yet 27.2% of residents are uninsured, the highest rate among all counties here. This gap suggests residents lack financial access to available care despite its physical presence.

Don't skip insurance despite strong providers

San Saba County's 27.2% uninsured rate is a crisis: nearly 1 in 3.7 residents risk bankruptcy from medical bills despite excellent local providers. Visit healthcare.gov immediately to explore Medicaid, marketplace subsidies, and catastrophic plans—coverage exists and could transform your family's security.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of San Saba County, TX?
San Saba County has a health score of 25/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #110 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 San Saba County?
Life expectancy in San Saba County is 74.7 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making San Saba County above the state average.
How does San Saba County health compare to the Texas average?
San Saba County's health score of 25/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 74.7 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 27.2% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect San Saba County?
Key health factors for San Saba County include: life expectancy (74.7 years), uninsured rate (27.2%), and primary care physician access (34:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 34:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is San Saba County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 25/100 ("Below Average"), San Saba County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.7 years. 27.2% 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 San Saba County?
San Saba County's health score of 25/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 27.2% 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.