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No arthritis score data is available for this ZIP code yet.
Each condition score reflects access to the specific specialists, screening facilities, and treatment centers relevant to that condition
Each score uses the same E2SFCA spatial access methodology but filtered to condition-relevant providers — the diabetes score weights endocrinologists and diabetes care centers, while the breast cancer score weights mammography facilities and oncologists.
Health insurance coverage and social determinants of health
The Insurance Index reflects the demographic and social determinants of health in 79721. It factors in insurance coverage, poverty rates, age distribution, and population vulnerability to provide a composite view of community health readiness.
Physician density, specialist availability, and telehealth access
The Provider Density metric measures the availability of healthcare professionals near 79721. This includes primary care physicians, specialists, dentists, mental health professionals, and telehealth availability. A higher score means more providers per capita within a reasonable driving distance.
Hospital proximity, bed count, ER access, and facility quality
The Hospital Proximity metric evaluates distance to hospitals, emergency rooms, urgent care centers, and inpatient facilities near 79721. It factors in hospital quality ratings, bed availability, trauma center level, and average travel time to the nearest emergency department.
Commute infrastructure, public transit access, and vehicle availability
No data available
The Transit Access metric captures how easily residents can physically reach healthcare facilities. It combines commute patterns, public transit access, vehicle ownership rates, and walk/bike infrastructure to assess transportation barriers to care.
ZIP code 79721 on the map
Health scores for ZIP codes near 79721
Scores can vary dramatically between neighboring ZIP codes. A 20-point difference often means the boundary between having a hospital within 15 minutes versus needing to drive 45 minutes.
| ZIP Code | City | Score | Grade | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79720 | Big Spring, TX | 78 | B | 1.77 mi |
| 79733 | Forsan, TX | 52 | D+ | 12.26 mi |
| 79748 | Knott, TX | 49 | D | 13.98 mi |
| 79749 | Lenorah, TX | 41 | D- | 18.07 mi |
| 79511 | Coahoma, TX | 39 | F | 20.76 mi |
| 79782 | Stanton, TX | 42 | D- | 21.28 mi |
| 79713 | Ackerly, TX | 26 | F | 22.83 mi |
| 79565 | Westbrook, TX | 35 | F | 27.91 mi |
| 79783 | Tarzan, TX | 22 | F | 31.44 mi |
| 79705 | Midland, TX | 48 | D | 31.92 mi |
Active physicians sorted by proximity to Big Spring, Texas
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View on MapProvider density is one of the strongest predictors of healthcare access. ZIPs with fewer than 1 provider per 1,000 residents are classified as Health Professional Shortage Areas by HRSA.
Hospitals, clinics, and care centers near Texas
PERMIAN PREMIER HEALTH SERVICES INC
Healthcare Facility
2.13 mi away
SCENIC MOUNTAIN MEDICAL CENTER
Acute Care Hospitals
2.2 mi away
DORA ROBERTS REHABILITATION CENTER
Healthcare Facility
3.34 mi away
OPHTHALMOLOGY SPECIALISTS OF TEXAS PLLC
Healthcare Facility
3.56 mi away
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Healthcare Facility
3.58 mi away
BIG SPRING STATE HOSPITAL
Psychiatric
3.61 mi away
Emergency services access is measured by drive time. The national standard is 30 minutes to the nearest ER. Rural ZIPs often exceed 60 minutes.
Telehealth access and commute patterns affecting healthcare delivery
Telehealth Boost reflects broadband availability and telehealth-capable providers. A higher percentage indicates greater virtual care access, reducing reliance on physical travel.
How transportation barriers affect healthcare access
47/100
Moderate Transportation Vulnerability
Higher scores = more vulnerable to transportation barriers
0.0%
Zero-Vehicle Households
2.13 mi
Nearest Hospital
466
Population
Transportation is the #1 non-medical barrier to healthcare access. Patients who lack reliable transportation miss 3x more appointments and have worse outcomes across every chronic condition.
Big Spring, Texas
Approximately N/A% of residents get to work in less than 30 minutes. The average household size is approximately members with about N/A cars per household.
An estimated 0.0% of residents has some form of health insurance. N/A have public health insurance like Medicare, Medicaid, VA, or TRICARE. About N/A have private health insurance. The uninsured rate of N/A is below the national average, suggesting relatively good insurance coverage in this area.
ZIP code 79721 has a total population of 466 with a median age of 39.8. The area is 72.7% White, 8.8% Black, and 85.4% Hispanic or Latino. The male-to-female ratio is 0.00.
The median household income in 79721 is N/A. Lower income levels can create significant barriers to healthcare access, including inability to afford copays, medications, and transportation to medical appointments.
There are 0 housing units in 79721, with 0 owner-occupied and 0 renter-occupied. The median monthly housing cost is N/A.
Key demographic data for ZIP code 79721
No data available
Population density, median age, and income directly affect healthcare infrastructure. Older, wealthier communities attract more specialists. Younger, lower-income areas often have higher uninsured rates and fewer providers.
Population diversity in ZIP 79721
Healthcare access disparities correlate with racial composition. Racial and ethnic minorities are disproportionately located in Health Professional Shortage Areas, and Asian communities often face language access barriers. Source: HRSA, Health Workforce Analysis
Median: N/A
Median household income is the strongest single predictor of health insurance coverage. ZIPs below $35,000 median income have uninsured rates 3–4x higher than ZIPs above $100,000.
6.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher
Education level correlates with health literacy — the ability to understand medical information and navigate the healthcare system. Areas with higher bachelor's degree rates typically have better preventive care utilization.
Community reviews for ZIP 79721
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The CartoChrome Health Score uses an Enhanced Two-Step Floating Catchment Area (E2SFCA) algorithm combining 21 public data sources across 8 components. Each ZIP code receives a composite 0-100 score based on provider density, facility access, transportation infrastructure, and social determinants of health.
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