Sterling County Health Data
Sterling County, Texas
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
39/100
Below Avg
Life Expectancy
Pending
Uninsured Rate
14.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
N/A
Uninsured Rate
14.2%
State avg 19.8%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Poor / Fair Health
17.8%
State avg 23.6%
National avg 19.6%
Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health
These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Sterling County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Sterling | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 33.2% | 37.7% | 37.6% | 4.5 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 9.4% | 12.6% | 11.2% | 3.2 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% | 33.6% | 33.5% | 4.9 pts better than state |
| Depression | 21.9% | 22.9% | 24.1% | 1.0 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Sterling | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 11.2% | 15.1% | 16.3% | 3.9 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 20.2% | 18.0% | 17.8% | 2.2 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.2% | 30.2% | 27.0% | 7.0 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Sterling | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 71.8% | 72.2% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 58.3% | 51.0% | 57.3% | 7.3 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 73.8% | 70.6% | 73.3% | 3.2 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Sterling | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 16.7% | 18.5% | 18.6% | 1.8 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 37.6% | 39.4% | 37.3% | 1.8 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Sterling County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Uninsured Rate in Sterling County Lower Than Texas State Average
Health data brief for Sterling County, Texas.
Sterling County reports an uninsured rate of 14.2%, which is significantly lower than the Texas state average of 19.8%, although it remains above the national average of 10%. General health status indicates that 17.8% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, a figure that closely tracks the national average of 17%. Comprehensive data for life expectancy and provider ratios are currently unavailable for this county. These statistics describe the available health indicators for the area based on federal reporting standards. The data provides a comparison between local, state, and national figures without making causal claims. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Sterling County, Texas
Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Sterling County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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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.