Sutton County Health Data

Sutton County, Texas

Health Score

15/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

21.3%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

121

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Sutton County, Texas

Rural county struggles with health

Sutton County's life expectancy of 74.1 years is 2.4 years shorter than the national average of 76.5 years, signaling persistent health challenges in this rural West Texas community. Nearly 3 in 10 residents (28.5%) report poor or fair health, significantly above the national rate.

Among Texas's least healthy counties

Sutton ranks below Texas's state average life expectancy of 74.3 years—essentially at parity—but its 28.5% poor/fair health rate puts it in the bottom tier statewide. The 21.3% uninsured rate exceeds Texas's 19.8% average, leaving more than 1 in 5 residents without coverage.

Worse off than most rural peers

Sutton's 28.5% poor/fair health rate is the second-worst among its neighbors, trailing only Terry County (30.4%). Its uninsured rate of 21.3% is notably higher than Stonewall (16.4%) and Throckmorton (19.4%), suggesting coverage barriers compound health challenges.

Sparse care access amid high need

Sutton has 121 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, the highest ratio in this rural cluster—but limited mental health data suggests gaps in behavioral care. The 21.3% uninsured rate means many residents delay or avoid care despite better provider availability.

Breaking the coverage barrier

More than 1 in 5 Sutton County residents lack health insurance, making coverage exploration urgent. Visit healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to learn about plans that fit your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sutton County, TX?
Sutton County has a health score of 15/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #182 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 Sutton County?
Life expectancy in Sutton County is 74.1 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Sutton County below the state average.
How does Sutton County health compare to the Texas average?
Sutton County's health score of 15/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 74.1 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 21.3% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Sutton County?
Key health factors for Sutton County include: life expectancy (74.1 years), uninsured rate (21.3%), and primary care physician access (121:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sutton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 15/100 ("Below Average"), Sutton County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.1 years. 21.3% 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 Sutton County?
Sutton County's health score of 15/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 21.3% 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.