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 | McMullen County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 78.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 18.0% | 17.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in McMullen County is 18.0%, higher than the Texas average of 17.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | McMullen County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 14.0% | 13.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.0% | 6.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 8.3% | 7.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 34.9% | 37.6% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 16.7% | 21.1% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in McMullen County is about 22% higher than in Texas. The rate of self-rated poor health in McMullen County is about 21% lower than in Texas.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | McMullen County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 14.4% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% | 17.3% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.7% | 29.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in McMullen County is about 28% lower than in Texas. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in McMullen County is about 16% lower than in Texas.
Air Quality
| Metric | McMullen County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.15 | 6.84 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.1 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in McMullen County is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in McMullen County, Texas.
What percentage of McMullen County, Texas residents are uninsured?
18.0% of McMullen County, Texas residents are uninsured, higher than the Texas average of 17.4%.
What percentage of McMullen County, Texas residents are obese?
34.9% of McMullen County, Texas residents are classified as obese, lower than the Texas average of 37.6%.