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Compared to Target

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Compared to a Single Value

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Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Adults who Drink Excessively

Current Value:
15.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 15.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 15.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (18.3%), Starr has a value of 15.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(18.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.1%), Starr has a value of 15.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (15.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (16.1%).
Prior Value
(16.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Death Rate due to Drug Poisoning

Current Value:
5.1
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 5.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,899 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (14.0), Starr has a value of 5.1 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(14.0)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (27.2), Starr has a value of 5.1 which is lower and better.
US Value
(27.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (20.7), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(20.7)
<div>SU-03: Reduce drug overdose deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

Health / Cancer

Health / Cancer

Health / Cancer

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Cancer

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Adults with Cancer

Current Value:

County: Starr Adults with Cancer

4.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 4.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.2%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 4.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (7.0%), Starr has a value of 4.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (4.9%), Starr has a value of 4.7% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(4.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Adults with Cancer (Non-Skin) or Melanoma

Current Value:
4.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 4.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.4%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 4.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (8.2%), Starr has a value of 4.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (4.9%), Starr has a value of 4.6% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(4.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Breast Cancer

Current Value:
21.0
Deaths per 100,000 females
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 21.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,778 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (19.7), Starr has a value of 21.0 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(19.7)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (19.3), Starr has a value of 21.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(19.3)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (21.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.3).
Prior Value
(21.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (15.3), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(15.3)

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cancer

Current Value:
127.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 127.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 163.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 180.3.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 243 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 127.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 162.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 179.7.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,080 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (143.5), Starr has a value of 127.2 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(143.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (146.0), Starr has a value of 127.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(146.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (127.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (133.6).
Prior Value
(133.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (122.7), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(122.7)

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Colorectal Cancer

15.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 15.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.3.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 149 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 15.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,180 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (13.9), Starr has a value of 15.5 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(13.9)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9), Starr has a value of 15.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (15.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.7).
Prior Value
(13.7)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (8.9), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.9)

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Lung Cancer

Current Value:
18.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 18.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 44.3.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 181 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 18.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 40.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 48.9.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,746 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (29.1), Starr has a value of 18.3 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(29.1)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (32.4), Starr has a value of 18.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(32.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (18.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.6).
Prior Value
(19.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.1), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.1)

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Prostate Cancer

Current Value:
16.6
Deaths per 100,000 males
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 16.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,612 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (18.2), Starr has a value of 16.6 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(18.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (19.0), Starr has a value of 16.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(19.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (16.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.3).
Prior Value
(17.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (16.9), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(16.9)

County: Starr All Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
389.4
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 389.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 440.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 469.2.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 251 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 389.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 459.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 492.2.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,931 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (424.5), Starr has a value of 389.4 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(424.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (444.4), Starr has a value of 389.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(444.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (389.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (392.9).
Prior Value
(392.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
134.4
Cases per 100,000 females
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 134.4 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 115.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 128.1.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 204 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 134.4 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 125.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 137.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,712 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (121.4), Starr has a value of 134.4 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(121.4)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (129.8), Starr has a value of 134.4 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(129.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (134.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (128.1).
Prior Value
(128.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Cancer: Medicare Population

Current Value:
6.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 6.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (11.0%), Starr has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0%), Starr has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (6.5%), Starr has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(6.5% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (6.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (5.0%).
Prior Value
(5.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
13.0
Cases per 100,000 females
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 13.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.0.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 727 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (9.6), Starr has a value of 13.0 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(9.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.5), Starr has a value of 13.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(7.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (13.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.1).
Prior Value
(13.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Cervical Cancer Screening: 21-65

Current Value:
71.3%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 71.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 77.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 76.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 71.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 81.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 79.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (82.8%), Starr has a value of 71.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(82.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (71.8%), Starr has a value of 71.3% which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(71.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Colon Cancer Screening

Current Value:

County: Starr Colon Cancer Screening

41.9%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 41.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 59.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 56.4%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 41.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (66.4%), Starr has a value of 41.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(66.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Starr Colon Cancer Screening: USPSTF Recommendation

Current Value:
43.9%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 43.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 59.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 55.5%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 43.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 61.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (66.3%), Starr has a value of 43.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(66.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (51.7%), Starr has a value of 43.9% which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(51.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Colorectal Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
40.9
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 40.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 48.6.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 192 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 40.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 39.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 46.2.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,613 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (37.9), Starr has a value of 40.9 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(37.9)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.4), Starr has a value of 40.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(36.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (40.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (42.5).
Prior Value
(42.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Lung and Bronchus Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
28.4
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 28.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 54.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 65.3.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 197 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 28.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 62.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 73.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,711 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (46.2), Starr has a value of 28.4 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(46.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (53.1), Starr has a value of 28.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(53.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (28.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (32.1).
Prior Value
(32.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 50-74

Current Value:
67.4%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 67.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 71.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 69.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 67.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 74.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 71.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (76.5%), Starr has a value of 67.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(76.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (70.6%), Starr has a value of 67.4% which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(70.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (80.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(80.3%)

County: Starr Mammography Screening: Medicare Population

Current Value:
17.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 17.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 37.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 31.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 250 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 17.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 45.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 40.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,123 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (42.0%), Starr has a value of 17.0% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(42.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (47.0%), Starr has a value of 17.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(47.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (17.0%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (22.0%).
Prior Value
(22.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Oral Cavity and Pharynx Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
6.8
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 6.8 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.7.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 132 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 6.8 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,869 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (11.6), Starr has a value of 6.8 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(11.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0), Starr has a value of 6.8 which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (6.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.1).
Prior Value
(8.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
99.3
Cases per 100,000 males
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 99.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 103.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 119.5.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 201 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 99.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 110.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 127.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,728 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (108.3), Starr has a value of 99.3 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(108.3)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (113.2), Starr has a value of 99.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(113.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (99.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (107.6).
Prior Value
(107.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Children's Health

Health / Children's Health

Health / Children's Health

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Children's Health

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Child Mortality Rate: Under 20

Current Value:
38.6
Deaths per 100,000 population under 20
(2018-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 38.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 58.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 75.2.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 148 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 38.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 59.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 76.0.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,859 U.S. counties and county equivalents. Counties in Idaho, Kentucky, and Oklahoma are excluded due to incomparable data between each other and the rest of the country.
Compared to the TX Value (51.0), Starr has a value of 38.6 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(51.0)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.6), Starr has a value of 38.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(50.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Health / Diabetes

Health / Diabetes

Health / Diabetes

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Diabetes

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Diabetes

Current Value:
17.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 17.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 37.9.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 133 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 17.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,937 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (23.8), Starr has a value of 17.0 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(23.8)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (22.6), Starr has a value of 17.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(22.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (33.3), Starr has a value of 17.0 which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(33.3)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (17.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.6).
Prior Value
(19.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Diabetes: Medicare Population

Current Value:
34.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 34.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 34.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (25.0%), Starr has a value of 34.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(25.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.0%), Starr has a value of 34.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (43.1%), Starr has a value of 34.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(43.1% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (34.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (35.0%).
Prior Value
(35.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Disabilities

Health / Disabilities

Health / Disabilities

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Disabilities

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Adults with Disability Living in Poverty

Current Value:
33.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 33.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 253 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 33.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (22.0%), Starr has a value of 33.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(22.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.9%), Starr has a value of 33.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (31.6%), Starr has a value of 33.3% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(31.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Children with a Disability

Current Value:
5.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (4.6%), Starr has a value of 5.2%.
TX Value
(4.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.5%), Starr has a value of 5.2%.
US Value
(4.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (5.2%), Starr has a value of 5.2%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(5.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Persons with a Cognitive Difficulty

Current Value:
7.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (4.8%), Starr has a value of 7.3%.
TX Value
(4.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.3%), Starr has a value of 7.3%.
US Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (5.4%), Starr has a value of 7.3%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(5.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Persons with a Disability

Current Value:
15.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (11.7%), Starr has a value of 15.5%.
TX Value
(11.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9%), Starr has a value of 15.5%.
US Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (12.4%), Starr has a value of 15.5%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(12.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (15.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.8%).
Prior Value
(15.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Persons with a Disability

Current Value:
15.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (11.7%), Starr has a value of 15.5%.
TX Value
(11.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9%), Starr has a value of 15.5%.
US Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (12.4%), Starr has a value of 15.5%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(12.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Persons with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
4.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (3.3%), Starr has a value of 4.8%.
TX Value
(3.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.6%), Starr has a value of 4.8%.
US Value
(3.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (3.3%), Starr has a value of 4.8%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(3.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Persons with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
5.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (2.4%), Starr has a value of 5.8%.
TX Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.6%), Starr has a value of 5.8%.
US Value
(2.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (4.2%), Starr has a value of 5.8%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(4.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Persons with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
4.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (2.5%), Starr has a value of 4.2%.
TX Value
(2.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Starr has a value of 4.2%.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (3.1%), Starr has a value of 4.2%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(3.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Persons with an Ambulatory Difficulty

Current Value:
7.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (6.0%), Starr has a value of 7.8%.
TX Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.7%), Starr has a value of 7.8%.
US Value
(6.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (6.8%), Starr has a value of 7.8%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(6.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Veterans with a Disability

Current Value:
60.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (29.7%), Starr has a value of 60.0%.
TX Value
(29.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (29.8%), Starr has a value of 60.0%.
US Value
(29.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (36.6%), Starr has a value of 60.0%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(36.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Family Planning

Health / Family Planning

Health / Family Planning

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Family Planning

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Infants Born to Mothers with <12 Years Education

23.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 23.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 192 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (14.5%), Starr has a value of 23.9% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(14.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.7%), Starr has a value of 23.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(11.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (31.6%), Starr has a value of 23.9% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(31.6% in 2015)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (23.9%) is less and better than the previously measured value (30.9%).
Prior Value
(30.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Teen Births

Current Value:

County: Starr Teen Births

2.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 2.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.3%.
TX Counties
(2014)
The distribution is based on data from 227 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (1.7%), Starr has a value of 2.9% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(1.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Starr has a value of 2.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (4.1%), Starr has a value of 2.9% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(4.1% in 2015)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (2.9%) is less and better than the previously measured value (4.1%).
Prior Value
(4.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

Current Value:
71.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 71.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 74.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 72.4%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 71.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 77.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 74.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (76.1%), Starr has a value of 71.2% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(76.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (70.5%), Starr has a value of 71.2% which is higher and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(70.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Adults with Health Insurance: 18-64

Current Value:
67.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 67.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 77.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 73.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 67.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 84.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (77.7%), Starr has a value of 67.0% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(77.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (62.8%), Starr has a value of 67.0% which is higher and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(62.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (67.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (61.6%).
Prior Value
(61.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Children with Health Insurance

Current Value:
89.4%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 89.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 89.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 93.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (89.3%), Starr has a value of 89.4% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(89.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (88.3%), Starr has a value of 89.4% which is higher and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(88.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (89.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (87.5%).
Prior Value
(87.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Community Spending on Health Care

Current Value:
7.4%
(2024)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (7.4%), Starr has a value of 7.4%.
TX Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.0%), Starr has a value of 7.4%.
US Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (7.2%), Starr has a value of 7.4%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(7.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (7.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.4%).
Prior Value
(7.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Starr Health Insurance Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
9.2%
(2024)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 9.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 9.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (6.2%), Starr has a value of 9.2% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(6.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.1%), Starr has a value of 9.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (7.8%), Starr has a value of 9.2% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(7.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (9.2%) is less and better than the previously measured value (10.0%).
Prior Value
(10.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Starr Medicare Healthcare Costs

Current Value:
$13,070
Dollars per enrollee
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value ($11,121), Starr has a value of $13,070.
TX Value
($11,121)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value ($9,729), Starr has a value of $13,070.
US Value
($9,729)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr ($13,070) is less  than the previously measured value ($13,589).
Prior Value
($13,589)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Non-Physician Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:
78
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 78 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 72 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 48.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 252 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 78 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 65.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (109), Starr has a value of 78 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(109)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (78) is greater and better than the previously measured value (71).
Prior Value
(71)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Persons with Health Insurance

Current Value:
75.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 75.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 80.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 75.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 90.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (81.2%), Starr has a value of 75.0% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(81.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (69.7%), Starr has a value of 75.0% which is higher and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(69.7% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (75.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (71.0%).
Prior Value
(71.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (92.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(92.4%)
<div>AHS-01: Increase the proportion of people with health insurance <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Starr Persons with Private Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
29.5%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (53.8%), Starr has a value of 29.5%.
TX Value
(53.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (54.8%), Starr has a value of 29.5%.
US Value
(54.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (29.5%) is greater  than the previously measured value (23.2%).
Prior Value
(23.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Starr Persons with Public Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
39.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (20.6%), Starr has a value of 39.6%.
TX Value
(20.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.8%), Starr has a value of 39.6%.
US Value
(24.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (39.6%) is less  than the previously measured value (41.8%).
Prior Value
(41.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Starr Preventable Hospital Stays: Medicare Population

4,542
Discharges per 100,000 Medicare enrollees
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 4,542 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,940 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,620.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 4,542 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,729 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,375.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (2,980), Starr has a value of 4,542 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(2,980)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2,677), Starr has a value of 4,542 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2,677)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (4,542) is less and better than the previously measured value (4,831).
Prior Value
(4,831)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:
26
Providers per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 26 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 38 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 22.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 231 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 26 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 47 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 29.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,984 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (60), Starr has a value of 26 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(60)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (46), Starr has a value of 26 which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(46)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (26) is greater and better than the previously measured value (25).
Prior Value
(25)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Health Information Technology

Health / Health Information Technology

Health / Health Information Technology

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Health Information Technology

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Households with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
67.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 67.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 82.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 67.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 79.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (88.5%), Starr has a value of 67.1% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(88.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.5%), Starr has a value of 67.1% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(88.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (77.6%), Starr has a value of 67.1% which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(77.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Households with One or More Types of Computing Devices

85.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 85.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 88.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 85.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 88.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (94.8%), Starr has a value of 85.7% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(94.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.0%), Starr has a value of 85.7% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(94.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (89.3%), Starr has a value of 85.7% which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(89.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Persons with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
76.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 76.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 86.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.5%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 76.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 87.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (90.4%), Starr has a value of 76.9% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(90.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (91.0%), Starr has a value of 76.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(91.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (81.1%), Starr has a value of 76.9% which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(81.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Adults who Experienced a Stroke

Current Value:
4.5%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 4.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.6%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 4.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.6%), Starr has a value of 4.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (4.2%), Starr has a value of 4.5% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(4.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Adults who Experienced Coronary Heart Disease

Current Value:
8.3%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 8.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.4%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 8.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.8%), Starr has a value of 8.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (8.0%), Starr has a value of 8.3% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Adults who Have Taken Medications for High Blood Pressure

74.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 74.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 78.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 75.4%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 74.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 80.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 77.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,066 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (78.2%), Starr has a value of 74.6% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(78.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (73.9%), Starr has a value of 74.6% which is higher and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(73.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke)

34.9
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 34.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 48.1.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 155 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 34.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 39.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 47.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,338 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (40.1), Starr has a value of 34.9 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(40.1)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (37.6), Starr has a value of 34.9 which is lower and better.
US Value
(37.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (27.0), Starr has a value of 34.9 which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(27.0)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (34.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (29.4).
Prior Value
(29.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (33.4), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(33.4)

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Coronary Heart Disease

138.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 138.5 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 109.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 136.7.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 207 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 138.5 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 98.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 121.9.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,852 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (93.7), Starr has a value of 138.5 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(93.7)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (90.2), Starr has a value of 138.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(90.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (117.6), Starr has a value of 138.5 which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(117.6)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (138.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (121.0).
Prior Value
(121.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (71.1), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(71.1)

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Heart Attack

Current Value:
94.2
Deaths per 100,000 population 35+ years
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 94.2 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 83.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 113.1.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 248 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 94.2 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 61.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 87.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,101 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (61.2), Starr has a value of 94.2 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(61.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (94.2) is less and better than the previously measured value (122.6).
Prior Value
(122.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Atrial Fibrillation: Medicare Population

Current Value:
7.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 7.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 7.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (14.0%), Starr has a value of 7.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Starr has a value of 7.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (5.8%), Starr has a value of 7.0% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(5.8% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (7.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (8.0%).
Prior Value
(8.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Cholesterol Test History

Current Value:

County: Starr Cholesterol Test History

75.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 75.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 81.6%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 75.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 84.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,066 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (86.4%), Starr has a value of 75.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(86.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (78.2%), Starr has a value of 75.9% which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(78.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Heart Failure: Medicare Population

Current Value:
9.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 9.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 9.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (12.0%), Starr has a value of 9.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Starr has a value of 9.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (18.2%), Starr has a value of 9.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(18.2% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (9.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (10.0%).
Prior Value
(10.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr High Blood Pressure Prevalence

Current Value:
35.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 35.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 37.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 40.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 35.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 37.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 41.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,066 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (32.7%), Starr has a value of 35.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(32.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (33.7%), Starr has a value of 35.3% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(33.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (41.9%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(41.9%)

County: Starr High Cholesterol Prevalence

Current Value:
36.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 36.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 38.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 40.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 36.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 37.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 39.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,066 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (35.5%), Starr has a value of 36.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(35.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (36.5%), Starr has a value of 36.5%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(36.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr High Cholesterol Prevalence: Past 5 Years

Current Value:
34.8%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 34.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 34.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 37.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (33.6%), Starr has a value of 34.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(33.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (34.7%), Starr has a value of 34.8% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(34.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Hyperlipidemia: Medicare Population

Current Value:
54.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 54.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 62.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 66.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 54.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 63.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 67.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (65.0%), Starr has a value of 54.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Starr has a value of 54.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (62.0%), Starr has a value of 54.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(62.0% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (54.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (54.0%).
Prior Value
(54.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Hypertension: Medicare Population

Current Value:
59.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 59.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 69.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 71.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 59.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 67.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 71.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (66.0%), Starr has a value of 59.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(66.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (65.0%), Starr has a value of 59.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (67.5%), Starr has a value of 59.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(67.5% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (59.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (59.0%).
Prior Value
(59.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Ischemic Heart Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
23.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 23.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 25.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 23.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (22.0%), Starr has a value of 23.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(22.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.0%), Starr has a value of 23.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(21.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (35.4%), Starr has a value of 23.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(35.4% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (23.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (25.0%).
Prior Value
(25.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Stroke: Medicare Population

Current Value:
5.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 5.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 5.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (6.0%), Starr has a value of 5.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Starr has a value of 5.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (4.8%), Starr has a value of 5.0% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(4.8% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (5.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (7.0%).
Prior Value
(7.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Influenza and Pneumonia

18.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 18.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,465 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (11.8), Starr has a value of 18.7 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(11.8)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.8), Starr has a value of 18.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (10.6), Starr has a value of 18.7 which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(10.6)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (18.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (25.3).
Prior Value
(25.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Conscientious Exemptions from Immunizations

Current Value:
0.1%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 0.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 252 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (2.0%), Starr has a value of 0.1% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(2.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (0.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.1%).
Prior Value
(0.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr COVID-19 Daily Average Case-Fatality Rate

Current Value:
0.0
Deaths per 100 cases
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 0.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.8.
TX Counties
(Mar 11, 2022)
The distribution is based on data from 233 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 0.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.3.
U.S. Counties
(Mar 25, 2022)
The distribution is based on data from 2,811 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (1.8), Starr has a value of 0.0 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(1.8)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.7), Starr has a value of 0.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(1.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (0.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (2.9).
Prior Value
(2.9)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr COVID-19 Daily Average Incidence Rate

Current Value:
19.30
Cases per 100,000 population
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 19.30 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.16 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.41.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 19.30 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.84 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.01.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (13.90), Starr has a value of 19.30 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(13.90)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.97), Starr has a value of 19.30 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.97)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (19.30) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (7.29).
Prior Value
(7.29)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Flu Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
26.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 26.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 37.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 30.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 26.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 36.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (46.0%), Starr has a value of 26.0% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(46.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.0%), Starr has a value of 26.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(50.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (26.0%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (27.0%).
Prior Value
(27.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Persons Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Current Value:
95.0%
(May 10, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 95.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 45.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 40.1%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 95.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 52.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 44.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,125 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (95.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (95.0%).
Prior Value
(95.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Pneumonia Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
4.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 4.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 7.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 5.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 4.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 5.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (8.0%), Starr has a value of 4.0% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.0%), Starr has a value of 4.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (4.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (3.0%).
Prior Value
(3.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Tuberculosis Incidence Rate

Current Value:
11.2
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 11.2 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.1.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (3.9), Starr has a value of 11.2 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(3.9)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.5), Starr has a value of 11.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2.5 in 2022)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (25.2), Starr has a value of 11.2 which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(25.2 in 2013-2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (11.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.2).
Prior Value
(11.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (1.4), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(1.4)

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Babies with Low Birthweight

Current Value:
4.4%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 4.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.4%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 167 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (8.3%), Starr has a value of 4.4% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(8.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.2%), Starr has a value of 4.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (8.3%), Starr has a value of 4.4% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(8.3% in 2015)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (4.4%) is less and better than the previously measured value (10.1%).
Prior Value
(10.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Babies with Very Low Birthweight

Current Value:
1.7%
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (1.4%), Starr has a value of 1.7% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(1.4% in 2013)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.4%), Starr has a value of 1.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(1.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (1.2%), Starr has a value of 1.7% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(1.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (1.7%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (0.8%).
Prior Value
(0.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Infant Mortality Rate

Current Value:

County: Starr Infant Mortality Rate

6.6
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 6.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.9.
TX Counties
(2015)
The distribution is based on data from 165 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (5.2), Starr has a value of 6.6 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(5.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.4), Starr has a value of 6.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(5.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (4.8), Starr has a value of 6.6 which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(4.8 in 2015)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (6.6) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (0.0).
Prior Value
(0.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.0), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.0)
<div>MICH-02: Reduce the rate of infant deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Starr Mothers who Received Early Prenatal Care

Current Value:
45.1%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 45.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 58.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 239 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (61.4%), Starr has a value of 45.1% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(61.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (76.1%), Starr has a value of 45.1% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(76.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (53.4%), Starr has a value of 45.1% which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(53.4% in 2015)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (45.1%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (48.7%).
Prior Value
(48.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Preterm Births

Current Value:

County: Starr Preterm Births

16.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 16.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.2%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 222 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (106.4%), Starr has a value of 16.3% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(106.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (15.2%), Starr has a value of 16.3% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(15.2% in 2015)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (16.3%) is less and better than the previously measured value (17.3%).
Prior Value
(17.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (9.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(9.4%)

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Adults Ever Diagnosed with Depression

Current Value:
23.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 23.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 23.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 25.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (20.7%), Starr has a value of 23.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(20.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (22.1%), Starr has a value of 23.2% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(22.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide

Current Value:
12.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2013-2015)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 12.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,194 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (12.1), Starr has a value of 12.3 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(12.1)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9), Starr has a value of 12.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (7.0), Starr has a value of 12.3 which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(7.0 in 2018-2020)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (12.8), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(12.8)
<div>MHMD-01: Reduce the suicide rate <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Starr Depression: Medicare Population

Current Value:
13.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 13.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 13.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (17.0%), Starr has a value of 13.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(17.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.0%), Starr has a value of 13.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (21.4%), Starr has a value of 13.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(21.4% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (13.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (14.0%).
Prior Value
(14.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Frequent Mental Distress

Current Value:

County: Starr Frequent Mental Distress

17.3%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 17.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 17.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (12.1%), Starr has a value of 17.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(12.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Starr has a value of 17.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (17.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (16.9%).
Prior Value
(16.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Starr Mental Health Provider Rate

Current Value:
21
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 21 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 53 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 30.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 220 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 21 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 137 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 62.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,956 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (157), Starr has a value of 21 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(157)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (82), Starr has a value of 21 which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(82)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (21) is greater and better than the previously measured value (20).
Prior Value
(20)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Poor Mental Health: 14+ Days

Current Value:
21.3%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 21.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.1%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 21.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (15.8%), Starr has a value of 21.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(15.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (20.2%), Starr has a value of 21.3% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(20.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Poor Mental Health: Average Number of Days

Current Value:
5.5
Days
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 5.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.6.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 5.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (4.6), Starr has a value of 5.5 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(4.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.8), Starr has a value of 5.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(4.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (5.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.8).
Prior Value
(4.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Mortality Data

Health / Mortality Data

Health / Mortality Data

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Mortality Data

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Life Expectancy

Current Value:

County: Starr Life Expectancy

74.3
Years
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 74.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 74.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 73.2.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 237 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 74.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 73.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,070 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (77.2), Starr has a value of 74.3 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(77.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (77.6), Starr has a value of 74.3 which is lower and worse.
US Value
(77.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Starr Premature Death

Current Value:

County: Starr Premature Death

9,549.1
Years per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 9,549.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10,259.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11,724.8.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 217 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 9,549.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9,469.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11,769.2.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,886 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (7,874.7), Starr has a value of 9,549.1 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(7,874.7)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (7,971.5), Starr has a value of 9,549.1 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(7,971.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Health / Older Adults

Health / Older Adults

Health / Older Adults

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Older Adults

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Adult Day Care Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
32.9%
(2024)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 32.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 32.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (14.9%), Starr has a value of 32.9% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(14.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.3%), Starr has a value of 32.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (26.6%), Starr has a value of 32.9% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(26.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (32.9%) is less and better than the previously measured value (35.6%).
Prior Value
(35.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Starr Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Females

23.7%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 23.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 34.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 32.2%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 23.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 36.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 33.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (37.9%), Starr has a value of 23.7% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(37.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (27.0%), Starr has a value of 23.7% which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(27.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Males

25.4%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 25.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 39.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 37.1%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 25.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 42.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 39.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (43.7%), Starr has a value of 25.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(43.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (31.4%), Starr has a value of 25.4% which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(31.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Adults 65+ with a Disability

Current Value:
54.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (35.6%), Starr has a value of 54.6%.
TX Value
(35.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.3%), Starr has a value of 54.6%.
US Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (43.8%), Starr has a value of 54.6%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(43.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Adults 65+ with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
25.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (14.7%), Starr has a value of 25.2%.
TX Value
(14.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Starr has a value of 25.2%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (17.4%), Starr has a value of 25.2%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(17.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Adults 65+ with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
24.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (8.2%), Starr has a value of 24.7%.
TX Value
(8.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.4%), Starr has a value of 24.7%.
US Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (16.6%), Starr has a value of 24.7%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(16.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Adults 65+ with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
16.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (7.4%), Starr has a value of 16.6%.
TX Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Starr has a value of 16.6%.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (11.2%), Starr has a value of 16.6%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(11.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Adults 65+ with an Independent Living Difficulty

33.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (14.4%), Starr has a value of 33.2%.
TX Value
(14.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.6%), Starr has a value of 33.2%.
US Value
(13.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (20.8%), Starr has a value of 33.2%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(20.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Alzheimer's Disease

47.9
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 47.9 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 54.9.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 160 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 47.9 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 46.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (40.6), Starr has a value of 47.9 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(40.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (31.0), Starr has a value of 47.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(31.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (38.1), Starr has a value of 47.9 which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(38.1)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (47.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (40.6).
Prior Value
(40.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Alzheimer's Disease or Dementia: Medicare Population

8.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 8.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 8.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
U.S. Counties
(2021)
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (7.0%), Starr has a value of 8.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Starr has a value of 8.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (18.7%), Starr has a value of 8.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(18.7% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (8.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (10.0%).
Prior Value
(10.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Oral Health

Health / Oral Health

Health / Oral Health

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Oral Health

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Adults 65+ with Total Tooth Loss

Current Value:
23.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 23.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 23.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (12.2%), Starr has a value of 23.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (16.9%), Starr has a value of 23.6% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(16.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Adults who Visited a Dentist

Current Value:
36.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 36.8% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 52.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 48.1%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 36.8% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 60.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 54.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (63.9%), Starr has a value of 36.8% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(63.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (40.8%), Starr has a value of 36.8% which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(40.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Dentist Rate

Current Value:

County: Starr Dentist Rate

15
Dentists per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 15 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 32 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 16.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 242 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 15 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 27.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,054 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (63), Starr has a value of 15 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(63)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (30), Starr has a value of 15 which is lower and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(30)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (15) is greater and better than the previously measured value (14).
Prior Value
(14)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Other Conditions

Health / Other Conditions

Health / Other Conditions

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Other Conditions

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Adults with Arthritis

Current Value:

County: Starr Adults with Arthritis

24.3%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 24.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 24.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 31.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (26.6%), Starr has a value of 24.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(26.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (21.5%), Starr has a value of 24.3% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(21.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Adults with Kidney Disease

Current Value:
4.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 4.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 4.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.1%), Starr has a value of 4.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (3.9%), Starr has a value of 4.2% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(3.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Chronic Kidney Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
18.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 18.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 18.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (18.0%), Starr has a value of 18.0%.
TX Value
(18.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.0%), Starr has a value of 18.0%.
US Value
(18.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (40.5%), Starr has a value of 18.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(40.5% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (18.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (20.0%).
Prior Value
(20.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Osteoporosis: Medicare Population

Current Value:
9.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 9.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 9.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (11.0%), Starr has a value of 9.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Starr has a value of 9.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (11.0%), Starr has a value of 9.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(11.0% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (9.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (8.0%).
Prior Value
(8.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis: Medicare Population

25.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 25.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 39.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 25.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (35.0%), Starr has a value of 25.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(35.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (35.0%), Starr has a value of 25.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(35.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (39.8%), Starr has a value of 25.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(39.8% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (25.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (26.0%).
Prior Value
(26.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Physical Activity

Health / Physical Activity

Health / Physical Activity

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Physical Activity

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Adults 20+ who are Sedentary

Current Value:
18.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 18.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 18.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (18.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.2%).
Prior Value
(21.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Prevention & Safety

Health / Prevention & Safety

Health / Prevention & Safety

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Prevention & Safety

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Unintentional Injuries

29.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 29.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 51.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 63.4.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 164 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 29.2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 59.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 72.7.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,454 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (40.6), Starr has a value of 29.2 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(40.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (51.6), Starr has a value of 29.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(51.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (24.0), Starr has a value of 29.2 which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(24.0)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (29.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (28.8).
Prior Value
(28.8)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (43.2), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(43.2)

County: Starr Death Rate due to Injuries

Current Value:
39.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 39.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 82.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 97.2.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 234 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 39.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 93.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 111.2.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,037 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (63.0), Starr has a value of 39.5 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(63.0)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (80.0), Starr has a value of 39.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(80.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Health / Respiratory Diseases

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Respiratory Diseases

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Adults with COPD

Current Value:

County: Starr Adults with COPD

7.6%
Percent of adults
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 7.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 7.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.8%), Starr has a value of 7.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (7.5%), Starr has a value of 7.6% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(7.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Adults with Current Asthma

Current Value:
10.1%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 10.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.2%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 10.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (9.9%), Starr has a value of 10.1% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(9.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (9.7%), Starr has a value of 10.1% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(9.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Asthma: Medicare Population

Current Value:
2.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 2.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 2.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (7.0%), Starr has a value of 2.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.0%), Starr has a value of 2.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (4.6%), Starr has a value of 2.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(4.6% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (2.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (2.0%).
Prior Value
(2.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr COPD: Medicare Population

Current Value:
10.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 10.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 10.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (11.0%), Starr has a value of 10.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Starr has a value of 10.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (13.1%), Starr has a value of 10.0% which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(13.1% in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (10.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (9.0%).
Prior Value
(9.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Chlamydia Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Starr Chlamydia Incidence Rate

351.8
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 351.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 323.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 452.4.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (508.2), Starr has a value of 351.8 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(508.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (539.9), Starr has a value of 351.8 which is lower and better.
US Value
(539.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (453.4), Starr has a value of 351.8 which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(453.4 in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (351.8) is less and better than the previously measured value (366.2).
Prior Value
(366.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Starr Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

43.4
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 43.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 90.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 137.4.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (163.6), Starr has a value of 43.4 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(163.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (179.1), Starr has a value of 43.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(179.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (61.6), Starr has a value of 43.4 which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(61.6 in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (43.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (43.4).
Prior Value
(43.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr HIV Diagnosis Rate

Current Value:

County: Starr HIV Diagnosis Rate

3.1
Cases per 100,000 population
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 3.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.2.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (14.5), Starr has a value of 3.1 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(14.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (10.8), Starr has a value of 3.1 which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(10.8 in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (3.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (4.6).
Prior Value
(4.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Syphilis Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Starr Syphilis Incidence Rate

0.0
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (8.8), Starr has a value of 0.0 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(8.8)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.8), Starr has a value of 0.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (37.2), Starr has a value of 0.0 which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(37.2 in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (0.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.0).
Prior Value
(0.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Health / Tobacco Use

Health / Tobacco Use

Health / Tobacco Use

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Tobacco Use

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Cigarette Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
3.0%
(2024)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 3.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.6%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 3.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (1.9%), Starr has a value of 3.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(1.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.9%), Starr has a value of 3.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(1.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (2.4%), Starr has a value of 3.0% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (3.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (3.2%).
Prior Value
(3.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Frequent Physical Distress

Current Value:
20.4%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 20.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 20.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (10.6%), Starr has a value of 20.4% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(10.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0%), Starr has a value of 20.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (20.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (20.0%).
Prior Value
(20.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Starr Insufficient Sleep

Current Value:

County: Starr Insufficient Sleep

37.3%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 37.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 36.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 253 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 37.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 34.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 36.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (33.4%), Starr has a value of 37.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(33.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.0%), Starr has a value of 37.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(33.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (37.3%) is less and better than the previously measured value (37.4%).
Prior Value
(37.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (26.7%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(26.7%)

County: Starr Poor Physical Health: 14+ Days

Current Value:
19.6%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 19.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 19.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (12.7%), Starr has a value of 19.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (18.9%), Starr has a value of 19.6% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(18.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

County: Starr Poor Physical Health: Average Number of Days

Current Value:
5.2
Days
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 5.2 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.3.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 5.2 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (3.3), Starr has a value of 5.2 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(3.3)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.3), Starr has a value of 5.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.3)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (5.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (5.0).
Prior Value
(5.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Self-Reported General Health Assessment: Poor or Fair

37.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 37.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 26.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 37.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (17.9%), Starr has a value of 37.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(17.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (37.1%), Starr has a value of 37.2% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(37.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.

Community / Civic Engagement

Community / Civic Engagement

Community / Civic Engagement

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Community / Civic Engagement

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Voter Turnout: Presidential Election

Current Value:
36.5%
(2016)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 36.5% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 59.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 54.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (58.8%), Starr has a value of 36.5% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(58.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (36.5%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (38.7%).
Prior Value
(38.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (58.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(58.4%)
<div>SDOH-07: Increase the proportion of the voting-age citizens who vote</div>

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Violent Crime Rate

Current Value:

County: Starr Violent Crime Rate

262.7
Crimes per 100,000 population
(2014-2016)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 262.7 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 234.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 350.7.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 253 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (420.4), Starr has a value of 262.7 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(420.4)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (386.5), Starr has a value of 262.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(386.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (2,994.5), Starr has a value of 262.7 which is lower and better.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(2,994.5 in 2018)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (262.7) is less and better than the previously measured value (281.4).
Prior Value
(281.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Community / Demographics

Community / Demographics

Community / Demographics

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Community / Demographics

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Average Household Size

Current Value:

County: Starr Average Household Size

3.50
Persons per household
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (2.70), Starr has a value of 3.50.
TX Value
(2.70)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.60), Starr has a value of 3.50.
US Value
(2.60)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (3.30), Starr has a value of 3.50.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(3.30)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Female Population

Current Value:

County: Starr Female Population

51.2%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (50.1%), Starr has a value of 51.2%.
TX Value
(50.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.5%), Starr has a value of 51.2%.
US Value
(50.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (51.0%), Starr has a value of 51.2%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(51.0% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (51.2%) is less  than the previously measured value (51.3%).
Prior Value
(51.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Foreign Born Persons

Current Value:

County: Starr Foreign Born Persons

26.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (17.1%), Starr has a value of 26.3%.
TX Value
(17.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Starr has a value of 26.3%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (24.8%), Starr has a value of 26.3%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(24.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Households

Current Value:

County: Starr Households

18,634
Households
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Male Population

Current Value:

County: Starr Male Population

48.8%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (49.9%), Starr has a value of 48.8%.
TX Value
(49.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (49.5%), Starr has a value of 48.8%.
US Value
(49.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (49.0%), Starr has a value of 48.8%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(49.0% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (48.8%) is greater  than the previously measured value (48.7%).
Prior Value
(48.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population Age 5+ with Language Other than English Spoken at Home

91.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (35.1%), Starr has a value of 91.0%.
TX Value
(35.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.7%), Starr has a value of 91.0%.
US Value
(21.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (78.6%), Starr has a value of 91.0%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(78.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population American Indian and Alaska Native

Current Value:
0.5%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (1.1%), Starr has a value of 0.5%.
TX Value
(1.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.3%), Starr has a value of 0.5%.
US Value
(1.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (0.6%), Starr has a value of 0.5%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(0.6% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (0.5%) is greater  than the previously measured value (0.4%).
Prior Value
(0.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population Asian

Current Value:

County: Starr Population Asian

0.3%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (6.0%), Starr has a value of 0.3%.
TX Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.4%), Starr has a value of 0.3%.
US Value
(6.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (1.0%), Starr has a value of 0.3%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(1.0% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (0.3%) is greater  than the previously measured value (0.2%).
Prior Value
(0.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population Black or African American

Current Value:
0.6%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (13.6%), Starr has a value of 0.6%.
TX Value
(13.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Starr has a value of 0.6%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (0.8%), Starr has a value of 0.6%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(0.8% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (0.6%) is greater  than the previously measured value (0.5%).
Prior Value
(0.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population Hispanic or Latino

Current Value:
97.0%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (39.8%), Starr has a value of 97.0%.
TX Value
(39.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (19.5%), Starr has a value of 97.0%.
US Value
(19.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (91.6%), Starr has a value of 97.0%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(91.6% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (97.0%) is less  than the previously measured value (97.2%).
Prior Value
(97.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander

0.0%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (0.2%), Starr has a value of 0.0%.
TX Value
(0.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (0.3%), Starr has a value of 0.0%.
US Value
(0.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (0.0%), Starr has a value of 0.0%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(0.0% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (0.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.0%).
Prior Value
(0.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population Over Age 65

Current Value:

County: Starr Population Over Age 65

11.2%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (13.7%), Starr has a value of 11.2%.
TX Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (17.7%), Starr has a value of 11.2%.
US Value
(17.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (11.6%), Starr has a value of 11.2%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(11.6% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (11.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (11.2%).
Prior Value
(11.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population Over Age 65 (Count)

Current Value:
7,544
People
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population Two or More Races

Current Value:
0.3%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (2.3%), Starr has a value of 0.3%.
TX Value
(2.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.1%), Starr has a value of 0.3%.
US Value
(3.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (0.5%), Starr has a value of 0.3%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(0.5% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (0.3%) is greater  than the previously measured value (0.2%).
Prior Value
(0.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population Under Age 18

Current Value:

County: Starr Population Under Age 18

32.3%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (24.8%), Starr has a value of 32.3%.
TX Value
(24.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.7%), Starr has a value of 32.3%.
US Value
(21.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (32.2%), Starr has a value of 32.3%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(32.2% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (32.3%) is less  than the previously measured value (32.6%).
Prior Value
(32.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population Under Age 5

Current Value:

County: Starr Population Under Age 5

8.4%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (6.3%), Starr has a value of 8.4%.
TX Value
(6.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.5%), Starr has a value of 8.4%.
US Value
(5.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (9.0%), Starr has a value of 8.4%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(9.0% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (8.4%) is less  than the previously measured value (8.5%).
Prior Value
(8.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population White

Current Value:

County: Starr Population White

98.4%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (76.8%), Starr has a value of 98.4%.
TX Value
(76.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (75.3%), Starr has a value of 98.4%.
US Value
(75.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (97.1%), Starr has a value of 98.4%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(97.1% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (98.4%) is less  than the previously measured value (98.6%).
Prior Value
(98.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Population White (Not Hispanic or Latino)

Current Value:
2.5%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (39.6%), Starr has a value of 2.5%.
TX Value
(39.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (58.4%), Starr has a value of 2.5%.
US Value
(58.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (6.9%), Starr has a value of 2.5%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(6.9% in 2017)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (2.5%) is greater  than the previously measured value (2.4%).
Prior Value
(2.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Total Population

Current Value:

County: Starr Total Population

65,934
People
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Starr (65,934) is greater  than the previously measured value (65,653).
Prior Value
(65,653)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Veteran Population

Current Value:

County: Starr Veteran Population

2.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (6.5%), Starr has a value of 2.2%.
TX Value
(6.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.6%), Starr has a value of 2.2%.
US Value
(6.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (3.4%), Starr has a value of 2.2%.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(3.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

Community / Public Safety

Community / Public Safety

Community / Public Safety

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Community / Public Safety

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths

Current Value:
33.3%
Percent of driving deaths with alcohol involvement
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 33.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.5%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 33.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,116 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (25.2%), Starr has a value of 33.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(25.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.3%), Starr has a value of 33.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(26.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (27.1%), Starr has a value of 33.3% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(27.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Compared to the prior value, Starr (33.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (52.9%).
Prior Value
(52.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Starr Death Rate due to Motor Vehicle Collisions

Current Value:
12.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2015-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 12.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.2.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 199 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 12.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.9.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,688 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (13.5), Starr has a value of 12.0 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(13.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0), Starr has a value of 12.0.
US Value
(12.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Community / Social Environment

Community / Social Environment

Community / Social Environment

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

Community / Social Environment

County: Starr

Value
Compared to:

County: Starr Children in Single-Parent Households

Current Value:
41.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Starr has a value of 41.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Starr has a value of 41.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (25.6%), Starr has a value of 41.2% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(25.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.9%), Starr has a value of 41.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the Rio Grande Valley Regional Value (32.8%), Starr has a value of 41.2% which is higher and worse.
Rio Grande Valley Regional Value
(32.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Rio Grande Valley Region value.
Over time, the Starr value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.