Wilbarger County Health Data

Wilbarger County, Texas

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

8/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

20.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.4 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

20.9%

State avg 19.8%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

31

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

192

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

27.3%

State avg 23.6%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

15.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 31.4 per 100K

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

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 Wilbarger County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureWilbargerState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.9%37.7%37.6%2.2 pts worse than state
Diabetes14.2%12.6%11.2%1.6 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure36.2%33.6%33.5%2.6 pts worse than state
Depression24.4%22.9%24.1%1.5 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureWilbargerState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.6%15.1%16.3%3.5 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking16.9%18.0%17.8%1.1 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity34.7%30.2%27.0%4.5 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureWilbargerState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.5%72.2%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)45.4%51.0%57.3%5.6 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)65.4%70.6%73.3%5.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureWilbargerState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress20.4%18.5%18.6%1.9 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration40.6%39.4%37.3%1.2 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Wilbarger 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

Over one-quarter of Wilbarger County adults report poor health status

Health data brief for Wilbarger County, Texas.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Wilbarger County, 27.3% of adults report being in poor or fair health, a rate that is over ten percentage points higher than the national average of 17%. The county’s life expectancy is 71.4 years, trailing both the Texas average of 74.3 years and the national average of 77 years. Clinical data identifies 31 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, falling below the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health provider availability is 192 per 100,000 residents, which is below the national median of 250. The uninsured rate is 20.9%, roughly in line with the Texas state average of 19.8% but double the national average of 10%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Wilbarger 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.

Wilbarger General Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(940) 552-9351
920 Hillcrest Dr, Vernon, TX 76384
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Wilbarger County, TX?
Wilbarger County has a health score of 8/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #235 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 Wilbarger County?
Life expectancy in Wilbarger County is 71.4 years. The Texas state average is 74.3 years, making Wilbarger County below the state average.
How does Wilbarger County health compare to the Texas average?
Wilbarger County's health score of 8/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. Life expectancy is 71.4 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 20.9% vs. 19.8% statewide.
What health factors affect Wilbarger County?
Key health factors for Wilbarger County include: life expectancy (71.4 years), uninsured rate (20.9%), and primary care physician access (31:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 192:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Wilbarger County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 8/100 ("Below Average"), Wilbarger County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Texas. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.4 years. 20.9% 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 Wilbarger County?
Wilbarger County's health score of 8/100 is below the Texas average of 25/100. The uninsured rate of 20.9% 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.