Titus County Health Data

Titus County, Texas

Health Score

17/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

24.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.5 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

24.2%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

42

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

93

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Titus County, Texas

Titus County's life expectancy edges ahead nationally

At 74.5 years, Titus County residents live slightly longer than the U.S. average of 74.1 years, bucking the rural health trend. Still, one in four residents report poor or fair health, compared to the national rate of 17.9%, signaling underlying health challenges despite longevity gains.

Matching Texas average, slight health disadvantage

Titus County's 74.5-year life expectancy matches Texas's 74.3-year state average exactly, placing it squarely in the middle of the state's health outcomes. However, its 26.3% poor/fair health rate exceeds the state average, indicating residents face more daily health struggles than many Texans.

Titus trails East Texas health leaders

Tom Green County to the west boasts a 74.9-year life expectancy and lower poor/fair health rate (22.6%), while Travis County far outpaces all neighbors at 80.4 years. Titus performs similarly to Upshur County (73.4 years) but with notably higher rates of reported health problems.

One-quarter uninsured; providers spread thin

Titus County's 24.2% uninsured rate significantly exceeds Texas's 19.8% state average, leaving nearly one in four residents without coverage. Primary care providers are scarce at 42 per 100,000 residents, though mental health providers (93 per 100K) offer some support for behavioral health needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Titus County, TX?
Titus County has a health score of 17/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #162 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 Titus County?
Life expectancy in Titus County is 74.5 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Titus County above the state average.
How does Titus County health compare to the Texas average?
Titus County's health score of 17/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 74.5 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 24.2% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Titus County?
Key health factors for Titus County include: life expectancy (74.5 years), uninsured rate (24.2%), and primary care physician access (42:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 93:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Titus County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 17/100 ("Below Average"), Titus County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.5 years. 24.2% 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 Titus County?
Titus County's health score of 17/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 24.2% 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.