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Compared to Target

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Compared to a Single Value

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Trend

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Compared to Prior Value

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County: Harris

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults who Binge Drink

Current Value:

County: Harris Adults who Binge Drink

19.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (16.4%), Harris has a value of 19.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(16.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (15.4%), Harris has a value of 19.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(15.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Harris (19.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (18.6%).
Prior Value
(18.6%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Age-Adjusted Drug and Opioid-Involved Overdose Death Rate

14.5
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 14.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,303 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (11.8), Harris has a value of 14.5 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(11.8)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (23.5), Harris has a value of 14.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(23.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (14.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (13.0).
Prior Value
(13.0)
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: Harris Death Rate due to Drug Poisoning

Current Value:
18.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 18.2 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), Harris has a value of 18.2 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(14.0)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (27.2), Harris has a value of 18.2 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>

County: Harris

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults with Cancer

Current Value:

County: Harris Adults with Cancer

5.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 5.2% 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, Harris has a value of 5.2% 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%), Harris has a value of 5.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

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

Current Value:
20.1
Deaths per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 20.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,755 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (19.7), Harris has a value of 20.1 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(19.7)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (19.6), Harris has a value of 20.1 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(19.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (20.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.0).
Prior Value
(21.0)
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 Harris 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 (15.3), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(15.3)

County: Harris Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cancer

Current Value:
139.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 139.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 160.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 173.2.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 243 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 139.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 162.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 179.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,085 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (144.5), Harris has a value of 139.4 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(144.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (149.4), Harris has a value of 139.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(149.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (139.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (141.6).
Prior Value
(141.6)
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 Harris 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: Harris Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Colorectal Cancer

Current Value:
13.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 13.4 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 18.3.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 147 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 13.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,174 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (13.7), Harris has a value of 13.4 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(13.7)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.1), Harris has a value of 13.4 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (13.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.5).
Prior Value
(13.5)
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 Harris 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 (8.9), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.9)

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

Current Value:
27.9
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 27.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 38.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 43.8.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 188 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 27.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 50.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,752 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (31.3), Harris has a value of 27.9 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(31.3)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (35.0), Harris has a value of 27.9 which is lower and better.
US Value
(35.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (27.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (29.5).
Prior Value
(29.5)
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 Harris 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 not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.1)

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

Current Value:
18.6
Deaths per 100,000 males
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 18.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,576 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (17.6), Harris has a value of 18.6 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(17.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.8), Harris has a value of 18.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (18.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (18.7).
Prior Value
(18.7)
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 Harris 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 (16.9), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(16.9)

County: Harris All Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Harris All Cancer Incidence Rate

393.9
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 393.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 413.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 451.8.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 251 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 393.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 455.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 485.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,693 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (412.2), Harris has a value of 393.9 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(412.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (442.3), Harris has a value of 393.9 which is lower and better.
US Value
(442.3)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (393.9) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (397.3).
Prior Value
(397.3)
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 Harris 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: Harris Breast Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
111.5
Cases per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 111.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 111.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 120.7.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 203 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 111.5 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 122.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 133.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,478 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (116.3), Harris has a value of 111.5 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(116.3)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (127.0), Harris has a value of 111.5 which is lower and better.
US Value
(127.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (111.5) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (113.4).
Prior Value
(113.4)
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 Harris 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: Harris Cancer: Medicare Population

Current Value:
12.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 12.0% which is in the worst 25% 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, Harris has a value of 12.0% which is in the worst 25% 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%), Harris has a value of 12.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0%), Harris has a value of 12.0%.
US Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (12.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (11.0%).
Prior Value
(11.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Cervical Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
9.8
Cases per 100,000 females
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 9.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 10.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 696 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (9.4), Harris has a value of 9.8 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(9.4)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.5), Harris has a value of 9.8 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(7.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (9.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.1).
Prior Value
(10.1)
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 Harris 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: Harris Cervical Cancer Screening: 21-65

Current Value:
79.5%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 79.5% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 79.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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%), Harris has a value of 79.5% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(82.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Colon Cancer Screening

Current Value:

County: Harris Colon Cancer Screening

55.4%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 55.4% 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, Harris has a value of 55.4% 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%), Harris has a value of 55.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(66.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Colon Cancer Screening: Sigmoidoscopy or Colonoscopy

66.7%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (61.6%), Harris has a value of 66.7% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(61.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (69.3%), Harris has a value of 66.7% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(69.3% in 2014)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Harris (66.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (57.6%).
Prior Value
(57.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Harris Colon Cancer Screening: USPSTF Recommendation

Current Value:
65.0%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 65.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 65.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 62.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 65.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 70.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 67.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (72.4%), Harris has a value of 65.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(72.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Colorectal Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
36.6
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 36.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 46.2.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 192 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 36.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 40.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 46.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,401 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (37.1), Harris has a value of 36.6 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(37.1)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.5), Harris has a value of 36.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(36.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (36.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (37.2).
Prior Value
(37.2)
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 Harris 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: Harris Lung and Bronchus Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
42.7
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 42.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 53.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 64.6.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 198 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 42.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 63.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 74.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,471 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (46.5), Harris has a value of 42.7 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(46.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (54.0), Harris has a value of 42.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(54.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (42.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (44.2).
Prior Value
(44.2)
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 Harris 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: Harris Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 40+

Current Value:
71.5%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (68.2%), Harris has a value of 71.5% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(68.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (71.5%), Harris has a value of 71.5%.
US Value
(71.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Harris (71.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (71.5%).
Prior Value
(71.5%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 50-74

Current Value:
72.7%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 72.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 68.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 67.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 72.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 70.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 67.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (78.2%), Harris has a value of 72.7% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(78.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (80.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(80.3%)

County: Harris Mammography Screening: Medicare Population

Current Value:
40.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 40.0% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 40.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 40.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 40.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(47.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (40.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (37.0%).
Prior Value
(37.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Oral Cavity and Pharynx Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
10.1
Cases per 100,000 population
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 10.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.9.
TX Counties
(2011-2015)
The distribution is based on data from 181 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 10.1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.1.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,706 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (11.2), Harris has a value of 10.1 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(11.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.9), Harris has a value of 10.1 which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (10.1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.2).
Prior Value
(10.2)
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 Harris 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: Harris Pap Test in Past 3 Years

Current Value:

County: Harris Pap Test in Past 3 Years

75.0%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (66.8%), Harris has a value of 75.0% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(66.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (79.8%), Harris has a value of 75.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(79.8% in 2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Harris (75.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (76.3%).
Prior Value
(76.3%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Prostate Cancer Incidence Rate

Current Value:
108.8
Cases per 100,000 males
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 108.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 114.4.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 201 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 108.8 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 107.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 125.6.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,500 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (103.4), Harris has a value of 108.8 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(103.4)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (110.5), Harris has a value of 108.8 which is lower and better.
US Value
(110.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (108.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (107.9).
Prior Value
(107.9)
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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Children's Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Children's Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Vaccine coverage rate for children 19-35 months

Current Value:
81.5%
(2016)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (82.1%), Harris has a value of 81.5% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(82.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (84.6%), Harris has a value of 81.5% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(84.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2020 Target (82.50%), the target has not been met.
HP 2020 Target
(82.50%)

County: Harris

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults 20+ with Diabetes

Current Value:

County: Harris Adults 20+ with Diabetes

9.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 9.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 9.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (9.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.3%).
Prior Value
(10.3%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Adults with Diabetes

Current Value:

County: Harris Adults with Diabetes

8.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (11.5%), Harris has a value of 8.5% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(11.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.9%), Harris has a value of 8.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Harris (8.5%) 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 Harris 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: Harris Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Diabetes

Current Value:
21.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 21.6 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, Harris has a value of 21.6 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), Harris has a value of 21.6 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), Harris has a value of 21.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(22.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (21.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (20.4).
Prior Value
(20.4)
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 Harris 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: Harris Diabetes: Medicare Population

Current Value:
25.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 25.0% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 25.0% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 25.0%.
TX Value
(25.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.0%), Harris has a value of 25.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (25.0%) is not statistically different from 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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults with Disability Living in Poverty

Current Value:
22.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 22.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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, Harris has a value of 22.6% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 22.6% 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%), Harris has a value of 22.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(24.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Children with a Disability

Current Value:
4.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (4.6%), Harris has a value of 4.2%.
TX Value
(4.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.5%), Harris has a value of 4.2%.
US Value
(4.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Persons with a Cognitive Difficulty

Current Value:
4.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (4.8%), Harris has a value of 4.3%.
TX Value
(4.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.3%), Harris has a value of 4.3%.
US Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Persons with a Disability

Current Value:

County: Harris Persons with a Disability

10.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (11.7%), Harris has a value of 10.0%.
TX Value
(11.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9%), Harris has a value of 10.0%.
US Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Persons with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
2.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (3.3%), Harris has a value of 2.4%.
TX Value
(3.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.6%), Harris has a value of 2.4%.
US Value
(3.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Persons with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
2.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (2.4%), Harris has a value of 2.1%.
TX Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.6%), Harris has a value of 2.1%.
US Value
(2.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Persons with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
2.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (2.5%), Harris has a value of 2.3%.
TX Value
(2.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Harris has a value of 2.3%.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Persons with an Ambulatory Difficulty

Current Value:
5.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (6.0%), Harris has a value of 5.2%.
TX Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.7%), Harris has a value of 5.2%.
US Value
(6.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

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

Current Value:
20.3%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 20.3% 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 20.1%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 209 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (16.0%), Harris has a value of 20.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.1%), Harris has a value of 20.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.1%)
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 prior value, Harris (20.3%) is less and better than the previously measured value (21.3%).
Prior Value
(21.3%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Teen Births

Current Value:

County: Harris Teen Births

1.7%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 1.7% 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 (2.0%), Harris has a value of 1.7% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(2.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.6%), Harris has a value of 1.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(2.6%)
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 prior value, Harris (1.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1.7%).
Prior Value
(1.7%)
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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults Unable to Afford to See a Doctor

Current Value:
16.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (15.9%), Harris has a value of 16.1% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(15.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (16.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (18.3%).
Prior Value
(18.3%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

Current Value:
70.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 70.5% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 72.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 70.6%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 70.5% which is in the worst 25% 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 72.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (73.6%), Harris has a value of 70.5% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(73.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Adults with Health Insurance

Current Value:
73.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 73.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 90.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 86.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (77.6%), Harris has a value of 73.0% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(77.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.7%), Harris has a value of 73.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(88.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (73.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (71.4%).
Prior Value
(71.4%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Adults without Health Insurance

Current Value:
24.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 24.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.2%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 24.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (10.8%), Harris has a value of 24.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Children with Health Insurance

Current Value:
87.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 87.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 96.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 93.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (89.1%), Harris has a value of 87.2% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(89.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.9%), Harris has a value of 87.2% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(94.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (87.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (85.4%).
Prior Value
(85.4%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Medicaid Enrollment

Current Value:

County: Harris Medicaid Enrollment

939,513
Number of persons
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Harris (939,513) is greater  than the previously measured value (828,676).
Prior Value
(828,676)
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 Harris 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: Harris Medicare Healthcare Costs

Current Value:

County: Harris Medicare Healthcare Costs

$11,597
Dollars per enrollee
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value ($11,121), Harris has a value of $11,597.
TX Value
($11,121)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value ($9,729), Harris has a value of $11,597.
US Value
($9,729)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris ($11,597) is less  than the previously measured value ($11,669).
Prior Value
($11,669)
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 Harris 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: Harris Non-Physician Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:
121
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 121 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, Harris has a value of 121 which is in the best 50% 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), Harris has a value of 121 which is higher and better.
TX Value
(109)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (121) is greater and better than the previously measured value (115).
Prior Value
(115)
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 Harris 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: Harris Persons with Health Insurance

Current Value:
76.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 76.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 75.5%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 76.2% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (79.7%), Harris has a value of 76.2% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(79.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (76.2%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (77.6%).
Prior Value
(77.6%)
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 Harris 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 (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: Harris Persons with Private Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
50.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (53.8%), Harris has a value of 50.0%.
TX Value
(53.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (54.8%), Harris has a value of 50.0%.
US Value
(54.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (50.0%) is greater  than the previously measured value (48.5%).
Prior Value
(48.5%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Persons with Public Health Insurance Only

Current Value:
22.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (20.6%), Harris has a value of 22.8%.
TX Value
(20.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.8%), Harris has a value of 22.8%.
US Value
(24.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (22.8%) is greater  than the previously measured value (22.7%).
Prior Value
(22.7%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Preventable Hospital Stays: Medicare Population

Current Value:
3,113.0
Discharges per 100,000 Medicare enrollees
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 3,113.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,940.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,620.0.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 3,113.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2,729.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,374.5.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,129 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (2,980.0), Harris has a value of 3,113.0 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(2,980.0)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2,677.0), Harris has a value of 3,113.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2,677.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (3,113.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (3,056.0).
Prior Value
(3,056.0)
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 Harris 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: Harris Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:
58
Providers per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 58 which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 58 which is in the best 50% 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), Harris has a value of 58 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(60)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (58) is less and worse than the previously measured value (59).
Prior Value
(59)
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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Households with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
89.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 89.9% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 89.9% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 89.9% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(88.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.5%), Harris has a value of 89.9% which is higher and better.
US Value
(88.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Households with One or More Types of Computing Devices

95.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 95.4% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 95.4% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 95.4% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(94.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.0%), Harris has a value of 95.4% which is higher and better.
US Value
(94.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Persons with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:
91.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 91.1% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 91.1% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 91.1% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(90.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (91.0%), Harris has a value of 91.1% which is higher and better.
US Value
(91.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults who Experienced a Stroke

Current Value:
3.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 3.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.2%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 3.0% which is in the best 50% 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 4.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.3%), Harris has a value of 3.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(3.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Adults who Experienced Coronary Heart Disease

Current Value:
5.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 5.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.4%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 5.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.6% 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 (6.1%), Harris has a value of 5.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

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

74.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 74.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 78.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 75.5%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 74.4% 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 78.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (78.2%), Harris has a value of 74.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(78.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

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

40.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 40.6 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, Harris has a value of 40.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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), Harris has a value of 40.6 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(40.1)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (37.6), Harris has a value of 40.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(37.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (40.6) 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 Harris 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 (33.4), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(33.4)

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

86.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 86.6 which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 86.6 which is in the best 50% 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), Harris has a value of 86.6 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(93.7)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (90.2), Harris has a value of 86.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(90.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (86.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (85.3).
Prior Value
(85.3)
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 Harris 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 (71.1), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(71.1)

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

Current Value:
42.9
Deaths per 100,000 population 35+ years
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 42.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 81.6 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 116.4.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 140 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (63.2), Harris has a value of 42.9 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(63.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (42.9) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (40.2).
Prior Value
(40.2)
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 Harris 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: Harris Atrial Fibrillation: Medicare Population

Current Value:
13.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 13.0% 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, Harris has a value of 13.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 13.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 13.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (13.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.0%).
Prior Value
(13.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Cholesterol Test History

Current Value:

County: Harris Cholesterol Test History

82.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 82.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.7% 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, Harris has a value of 82.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 82.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (86.4%), Harris has a value of 82.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(86.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Heart Failure: Medicare Population

Current Value:
12.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 12.0% 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, Harris has a value of 12.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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%), Harris has a value of 12.0%.
TX Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Harris has a value of 12.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (12.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.0%).
Prior Value
(12.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris High Blood Pressure Prevalence

Current Value:
28.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (32.2%), Harris has a value of 28.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(32.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (28.0%) 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 Harris 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 (41.9%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(41.9%)

County: Harris High Cholesterol Prevalence

Current Value:
33.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (35.7%), Harris has a value of 33.5% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(35.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (33.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (37.3%).
Prior Value
(37.3%)
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 Harris 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: Harris High Cholesterol Prevalence: Past 5 Years

Current Value:
34.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 34.5% 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 41.5%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 34.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 38.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 40.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (36.4%), Harris has a value of 34.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(36.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Hyperlipidemia: Medicare Population

Current Value:
63.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 63.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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, Harris has a value of 63.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 63.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 63.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (63.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (61.0%).
Prior Value
(61.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Hypertension: Medicare Population

Current Value:
64.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 64.0% 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, Harris has a value of 64.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 64.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 64.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(65.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (64.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (64.0%).
Prior Value
(64.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Ischemic Heart Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
23.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris 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, Harris 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%), Harris 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%), Harris 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 prior value, Harris (23.0%) is greater 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 Harris 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: Harris Stroke: Medicare Population

Current Value:
7.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 7.0% 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%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 7.0% which is in the worst 25% 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%), Harris has a value of 7.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Harris has a value of 7.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (7.0%) is not statistically different from 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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults 65+ with Influenza Vaccination

Current Value:
68.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (66.0%), Harris has a value of 68.7% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(66.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (68.6%), Harris has a value of 68.7% which is higher and better.
US Value
(68.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Harris (68.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (72.8%).
Prior Value
(72.8%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Adults 65+ with Pneumonia Vaccination

Current Value:
65.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (69.0%), Harris has a value of 65.4% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(69.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (71.0%), Harris has a value of 65.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(71.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Harris (65.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (72.7%).
Prior Value
(72.7%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Influenza and Pneumonia

11.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 11.7 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 19.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,449 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (12.1), Harris has a value of 11.7 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(12.1)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.4), Harris has a value of 11.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (11.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.1).
Prior Value
(12.1)
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 Harris 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: Harris Conscientious Exemptions from Immunizations

Current Value:
1.4%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 1.4% 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%), Harris has a value of 1.4% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(2.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (1.4%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (1.2%).
Prior Value
(1.2%)
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 Harris 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: Harris COVID-19 Daily Average Case-Fatality Rate

Current Value:
0.6
Deaths per 100 cases
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 0.6 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, Harris has a value of 0.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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), Harris has a value of 0.6 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), Harris has a value of 0.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(1.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (0.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.6).
Prior Value
(0.6)
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 Harris 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: Harris COVID-19 Daily Average Incidence Rate

Current Value:
8.30
Cases per 100,000 population
(Mar 3, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 8.30 which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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, Harris has a value of 8.30 which is in the best 50% 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), Harris has a value of 8.30 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(13.90)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.97), Harris has a value of 8.30 which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.97)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (8.30) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (7.61).
Prior Value
(7.61)
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 Harris 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: Harris Flu Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
49.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 49.0% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 49.0% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 49.0% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(46.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.0%), Harris has a value of 49.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(50.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (49.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (47.0%).
Prior Value
(47.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Persons Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Current Value:
65.9%
(May 10, 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 65.9% 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, Harris has a value of 65.9% 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, Harris (65.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (65.9%).
Prior Value
(65.9%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Pneumonia Vaccinations: Medicare Population

Current Value:
10.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 10.0% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 10.0% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 10.0% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.0%), Harris has a value of 10.0% which is higher and better.
US Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (10.0%) is greater 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 Harris 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: Harris Reported AIDS Cases (Cumulative)

Current Value:
33,084
Cases
(Q4 2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Harris (33,084) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (32,990).
Prior Value
(32,990)
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 Harris 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: Harris Reported HIV Cases (Cumulative)

Current Value:
29,865
Cases
(Q4 2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Harris (29,865) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (29,670).
Prior Value
(29,670)
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 Harris 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: Harris Tuberculosis Incidence Rate

Current Value:
5.7
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 5.7 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), Harris has a value of 5.7 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(3.9)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4), Harris has a value of 5.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2.4 in 2021)
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 prior value, Harris (5.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (5.7).
Prior Value
(5.7)
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 Harris 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 (1.4), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(1.4)

County: Harris

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Babies with Low Birthweight

Current Value:
8.5%
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 8.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 210 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (8.2%), Harris has a value of 8.5% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(8.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.1%), Harris has a value of 8.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(8.1%)
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 prior value, Harris (8.5%) is not statistically different from 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 Harris 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: Harris Babies with Very Low Birthweight

Current Value:
1.5%
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (1.4%), Harris has a value of 1.5% 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%), Harris has a value of 1.5% 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 prior value, Harris (1.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1.5%).
Prior Value
(1.5%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Infant Mortality Rate

Current Value:

County: Harris Infant Mortality Rate

5.9
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 5.9 which is in the best 50% 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 (5.5), Harris has a value of 5.9 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(5.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.6), Harris has a value of 5.9 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(5.6)
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 prior value, Harris (5.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (6.0).
Prior Value
(6.0)
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 Harris 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: Harris Mothers who Received Early Prenatal Care

Current Value:
48.9%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 48.9% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 58.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 253 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (61.0%), Harris has a value of 48.9% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(61.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (75.8%), Harris has a value of 48.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(75.8%)
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 prior value, Harris (48.9%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (51.9%).
Prior Value
(51.9%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Preterm Births

Current Value:

County: Harris Preterm Births

13.2%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 13.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 190 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (13.0%), Harris has a value of 13.2% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(13.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (13.2%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (12.3%).
Prior Value
(12.3%)
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 Harris 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 (9.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(9.4%)

County: Harris

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults Ever Diagnosed with Depression

Current Value:
19.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 19.7% which is in the best 50% 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 23.1%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 19.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (19.5%), Harris has a value of 19.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(19.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide

Current Value:
10.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 10.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,307 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (13.5), Harris has a value of 10.7 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(13.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.9), Harris has a value of 10.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (10.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (10.6).
Prior Value
(10.6)
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 Harris 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 (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: Harris Depression: Medicare Population

Current Value:
15.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 15.0% 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, Harris has a value of 15.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 15.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 15.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (15.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.0%).
Prior Value
(15.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Frequent Mental Distress

Current Value:

County: Harris Frequent Mental Distress

13.1%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 13.1% 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 15.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 13.1% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 13.1% 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%), Harris has a value of 13.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (13.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.7%).
Prior Value
(12.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Harris Mental Health Provider Rate

Current Value:
163
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 163 which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 163 which is in the best 50% 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), Harris has a value of 163 which is higher and better.
TX Value
(157)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (163) is greater and better than the previously measured value (152).
Prior Value
(152)
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 Harris 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: Harris Poor Mental Health: 14+ Days

Current Value:
16.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 16.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 16.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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 17.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (14.7%), Harris has a value of 16.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(14.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Poor Mental Health: 5+ Days

Current Value:
27.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (26.4%), Harris has a value of 27.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(26.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (27.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.4%).
Prior Value
(21.4%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Poor Mental Health: Average Number of Days

Current Value:
5.2
Days
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 5.2 which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 5.2 which is in the best 50% 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), Harris has a value of 5.2 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), Harris has a value of 5.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(4.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (5.2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.6).
Prior Value
(4.6)
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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Mortality Data

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Life Expectancy

Current Value:

County: Harris Life Expectancy

77.9
Years
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 77.9 which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 77.9 which is in the best 50% 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), Harris has a value of 77.9 which is higher and better.
TX Value
(77.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (77.6), Harris has a value of 77.9 which is higher and better.
US Value
(77.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Nutrition & Healthy Eating

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adult Fruit and Vegetable Consumption

Current Value:
35.7%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (38.6%), Harris has a value of 35.7% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(38.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (35.7%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (18.7%).
Prior Value
(18.7%)
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.

County: Harris

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

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

36.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 36.9% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 36.9% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 36.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(37.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

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

37.0%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 37.0% 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, Harris has a value of 37.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 37.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(43.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Adults 65+ with a Disability

Current Value:
33.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (35.6%), Harris has a value of 33.2%.
TX Value
(35.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.3%), Harris has a value of 33.2%.
US Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Adults 65+ with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:
12.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (14.7%), Harris has a value of 12.2%.
TX Value
(14.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Harris has a value of 12.2%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Adults 65+ with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:
8.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (8.2%), Harris has a value of 8.1%.
TX Value
(8.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.4%), Harris has a value of 8.1%.
US Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Adults 65+ with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:
7.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (7.4%), Harris has a value of 7.2%.
TX Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Harris has a value of 7.2%.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Adults 65+ with an Independent Living Difficulty

Current Value:
14.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (14.4%), Harris has a value of 14.4%.
TX Value
(14.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.6%), Harris has a value of 14.4%.
US Value
(13.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Alzheimer's Disease

31.8
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 31.8 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 54.9.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 160 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 31.8 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 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), Harris has a value of 31.8 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(40.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (31.0), Harris has a value of 31.8 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(31.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (31.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (30.9).
Prior Value
(30.9)
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 Harris 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: Harris Alzheimer's Disease or Dementia: Medicare Population

7.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 7.0% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 7.0% 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 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 (7.0%), Harris has a value of 7.0%.
TX Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Harris has a value of 7.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (7.0%) is not statistically different from 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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults 65+ with Total Tooth Loss

Current Value:
12.2%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 12.2% 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 15.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 12.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (13.4%), Harris has a value of 12.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Adults who Visited a Dentist

Current Value:
59.6%
(2012)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (58.8%), Harris has a value of 59.6% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(58.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (67.2%), Harris has a value of 59.6% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(67.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Dentist Rate

Current Value:

County: Harris Dentist Rate

74
Dentists per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 74 which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 74 which is in the best 50% 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), Harris has a value of 74 which is higher and better.
TX Value
(63)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (74) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (74).
Prior Value
(74)
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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults with Arthritis

Current Value:

County: Harris Adults with Arthritis

19.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 19.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 19.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 30.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (25.2%), Harris has a value of 19.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(25.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Adults with Kidney Disease

Current Value:
3.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 3.1% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 3.1% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 3.1%.
US Value
(3.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Chronic Kidney Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
18.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris 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, Harris 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%), Harris 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%), Harris has a value of 18.0%.
US Value
(18.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (18.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (18.0%).
Prior Value
(18.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Osteoporosis: Medicare Population

Current Value:
12.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 12.0% which is in the worst 25% 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, Harris has a value of 12.0% which is in the worst 25% 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%), Harris has a value of 12.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.0%), Harris has a value of 12.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(11.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (12.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (11.0%).
Prior Value
(11.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis: Medicare Population

32.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 32.0% 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, Harris has a value of 32.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 32.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 32.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(35.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (32.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (30.0%).
Prior Value
(30.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults 20+ who are Sedentary

Current Value:
21.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 21.3% 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, Harris has a value of 21.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile 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, Harris (21.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.0%).
Prior Value
(21.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Falls

Current Value:
9.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 9.7 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 15.2.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 988 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (8.2), Harris has a value of 9.7 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(8.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (9.8), Harris has a value of 9.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(9.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (9.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.4).
Prior Value
(9.4)
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 Harris 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: Harris Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Firearms

Current Value:
13.7
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 13.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.4.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,083 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (12.6), Harris has a value of 13.7 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(12.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0), Harris has a value of 13.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (13.7) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.8).
Prior Value
(12.8)
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 Harris 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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (10.7), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(10.7)

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

42.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 42.0 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, Harris has a value of 42.0 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), Harris has a value of 42.0 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(40.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (51.6), Harris has a value of 42.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(51.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (42.0) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (39.2).
Prior Value
(39.2)
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 Harris 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 (43.2), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(43.2)

County: Harris

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults with COPD

Current Value:

County: Harris Adults with COPD

6.0%
Percent of adults
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 6.0% 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 9.6%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 6.0% 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 9.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.4%), Harris has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Adults with Current Asthma

Current Value:
7.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (8.4%), Harris has a value of 7.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(8.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (9.8%), Harris has a value of 7.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(9.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Harris (7.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.7%).
Prior Value
(4.7%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Asthma: Medicare Population

Current Value:
6.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 6.0% 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, Harris has a value of 6.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 6.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 6.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (6.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (6.0%).
Prior Value
(6.0%)
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 Harris 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: Harris COPD: Medicare Population

Current Value:

County: Harris COPD: Medicare Population

10.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris 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, Harris 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%), Harris 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%), Harris 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 prior value, Harris (10.0%) is not statistically different from 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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Chlamydia Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Harris Chlamydia Incidence Rate

583.5
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 583.5 which is in the worst 25% 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), Harris has a value of 583.5 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(508.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (539.9), Harris has a value of 583.5 which is higher and worse.
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 prior value, Harris (583.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (571.4).
Prior Value
(571.4)
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 Harris 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: Harris Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Harris Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

185.8
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 185.8 which is in the worst 25% 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), Harris has a value of 185.8 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(163.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (179.1), Harris has a value of 185.8 which is higher and worse.
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 prior value, Harris (185.8) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (182.1).
Prior Value
(182.1)
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 Harris 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: Harris HIV Diagnosis Rate

Current Value:

County: Harris HIV Diagnosis Rate

24.9
Cases per 100,000 population
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 24.9 which is in the worst 25% 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), Harris has a value of 24.9 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(14.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (24.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (25.4).
Prior Value
(25.4)
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 Harris 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: Harris Syphilis Incidence Rate

Current Value:

County: Harris Syphilis Incidence Rate

12.0
Cases per 100,000 population
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (8.8), Harris has a value of 12.0 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(8.8)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.8), Harris has a value of 12.0 which is higher and worse.
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 prior value, Harris (12.0) is greater and worse 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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Tobacco Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Tobacco Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults who Smoke

Current Value:

County: Harris Adults who Smoke

13.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (13.1%), Harris has a value of 13.4% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(13.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (13.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (9.8%).
Prior Value
(9.8%)
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 Harris 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 (6.1%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(6.1%)
<div>TU-02: Reduce current cigarette smoking in adults <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Harris

Health / Weight Status

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Weight Status

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Adults 20+ Who Are Obese

Current Value:

County: Harris Adults 20+ Who Are Obese

34.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 34.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 34.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (34.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (32.6%).
Prior Value
(32.6%)
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 Harris 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 (36.0%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(36.0%)

County: Harris Adults Who Are Obese

Current Value:

County: Harris Adults Who Are Obese

33.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (36.1%), Harris has a value of 33.5% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(36.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.9%), Harris has a value of 33.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(33.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Harris (33.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (39.1%).
Prior Value
(39.1%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Adults who are Overweight or Obese

Current Value:
62.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (69.8%), Harris has a value of 62.6% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(69.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (68.3%), Harris has a value of 62.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(68.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Harris (62.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (67.1%).
Prior Value
(67.1%)
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 Harris 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: Harris

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Frequent Physical Distress

Current Value:
13.0%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 13.0% 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, Harris has a value of 13.0% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 13.0% 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%), Harris has a value of 13.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (13.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.7%).
Prior Value
(12.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Harris Insufficient Sleep

Current Value:

County: Harris Insufficient Sleep

33.7%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 33.7% which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 33.7% which is in the best 50% 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%), Harris has a value of 33.7% 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%), Harris has a value of 33.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(33.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (33.7%) is less and better than the previously measured value (37.8%).
Prior Value
(37.8%)
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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (26.7%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(26.7%)

County: Harris Poor Physical Health: 14+ Days

Current Value:
11.4%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 11.4% which is in the best 50% 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 14.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 11.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,074 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (10.9%), Harris has a value of 11.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Harris Poor Physical Health: 5+ Days

Current Value:
12.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (17.8%), Harris has a value of 12.5% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(17.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (12.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.7%).
Prior Value
(15.7%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Poor Physical Health: Average Number of Days

Current Value:
3.4
Days
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 3.4 which is in the best 50% 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, Harris has a value of 3.4 which is in the best 50% 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), Harris has a value of 3.4 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), Harris has a value of 3.4 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.3)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (3.4) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (3.3).
Prior Value
(3.3)
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 Harris 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: Harris Self-Reported General Health Assessment: Good or Better

78.6%
(2012)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (80.8%), Harris has a value of 78.6% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(80.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (83.1%), Harris has a value of 78.6% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(83.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (78.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (82.6%).
Prior Value
(82.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

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

15.5%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (18.1%), Harris has a value of 15.5% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(18.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (15.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.4%).
Prior Value
(14.4%)
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 Harris 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: Harris

Community / Civic Engagement

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Community / Civic Engagement

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Voter Turnout: Presidential Election

Current Value:
65.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 65.9% which is in the best 50% 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
(2016)
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (66.7%), Harris has a value of 65.9% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(66.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (65.9%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (58.4%).
Prior Value
(58.4%)
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 Harris 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  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(58.4%)
<div>SDOH-07: Increase the proportion of the voting-age citizens who vote</div>

County: Harris

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Homicide

Current Value:
9.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Harris has a value of 9.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.3.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 495 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (6.3), Harris has a value of 9.6 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(6.3)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.6), Harris has a value of 9.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (9.6) is greater and worse 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 taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Harris 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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.5), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.5)
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County: Harris Violent Crime Rate

Current Value:

County: Harris Violent Crime Rate

730.4
Crimes per 100,000 population
(2014-2016)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Harris has a value of 730.4 which is in the worst 25% 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), Harris has a value of 730.4 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(420.4)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (386.5), Harris has a value of 730.4 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(386.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (730.4) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (713.7).
Prior Value
(713.7)
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 Harris 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: Harris

Community / Demographics

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris

Community / Demographics

Value
Compared to:

County: Harris Average Household Size

Current Value:

County: Harris Average Household Size

2.80
Persons per household
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (2.70), Harris has a value of 2.80.
TX Value
(2.70)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.60), Harris has a value of 2.80.
US Value
(2.60)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Female Population

Current Value:

County: Harris Female Population

50.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (50.0%), Harris has a value of 50.2%.
TX Value
(50.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.4%), Harris has a value of 50.2%.
US Value
(50.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (50.2%) is greater  than the previously measured value (50.1%).
Prior Value
(50.1%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Foreign Born Persons

Current Value:

County: Harris Foreign Born Persons

26.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (17.1%), Harris has a value of 26.2%.
TX Value
(17.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Harris has a value of 26.2%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Households

Current Value:

County: Harris Households

1,692,896
Households
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Male Population

Current Value:

County: Harris Male Population

49.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (50.0%), Harris has a value of 49.8%.
TX Value
(50.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (49.6%), Harris has a value of 49.8%.
US Value
(49.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (49.8%) is less  than the previously measured value (49.9%).
Prior Value
(49.9%)
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 Harris 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: Harris Population 18+

Current Value:

County: Harris Population 18+

73.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (74.7%), Harris has a value of 73.8%.
TX Value
(74.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (77.9%), Harris has a value of 73.8%.
US Value
(77.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Population Age 5+ with Language Other than English Spoken at Home

44.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (35.1%), Harris has a value of 44.8%.
TX Value
(35.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.7%), Harris has a value of 44.8%.
US Value
(21.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Harris 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: Harris Population American Indian and Alaska Native

Current Value:
1.2%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (1.1%), Harris has a value of 1.2%.
TX Value
(1.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.3%), Harris has a value of 1.2%.
US Value
(1.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Harris (1.2%) is greater  than the previously measured value (1.1%).
Prior Value
(1.1%)
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 Harris 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.