Overall Health Rating
The Map AI Health Index is a score that reflects local life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment to help you quickly compare the overall health and well-being of different areas.
General Health Overview
| Metric | Kinney County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 78.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 17.2% | 17.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Kinney County is 17.2%, lower than the Texas average of 17.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Kinney County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 19.2% | 13.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.5% | 6.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 11.0% | 7.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 40.4% | 37.6% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 28.2% | 21.1% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Kinney County is about 41% higher than in Texas. The rate of diabetes in Kinney County is about 38% higher than in Texas. The rate of self-rated poor health in Kinney County is about 34% higher than in Texas.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Kinney County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 20.2% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% | 17.3% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 36.3% | 29.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Kinney County is about 24% higher than in Texas. The rate of binge drinking in Kinney County is about 16% lower than in Texas.
Air Quality
| Metric | Kinney County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.47 | 6.84 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.5 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Kinney County is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Kinney County, Texas.
What percentage of Kinney County, Texas residents are uninsured?
17.2% of Kinney County, Texas residents are uninsured, lower than the Texas average of 17.4%.
What percentage of Kinney County, Texas residents are obese?
40.4% of Kinney County, Texas residents are classified as obese, higher than the Texas average of 37.6%.