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Compared to Distribution

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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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Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Cancer

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Cancer

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Cancer

4.6%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.6% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.8% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.6% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.6% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Cancer: Medicare Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Cancer: Medicare Population

6.5%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.5% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.8% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.6%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 249 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.5% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.6% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,119 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (7.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.5% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(7.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (6.5%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (6.3%).
Prior Value
(6.3%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Cervical Cancer Screening: 21-65

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Cervical Cancer Screening: 21-65

71.8%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 71.8% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 77.2% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 71.8% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 81.0% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 71.8% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(82.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Colon Cancer Screening

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Colon Cancer Screening

49.5%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 49.5% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 59.5% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 49.5% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.0% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 49.5% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(66.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Colon Cancer Screening: USPSTF Recommendation

Current Value:
56.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 56.9% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 65.4% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 56.9% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 70.7% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 56.9% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(72.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 50-74

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Mammogram in Past 2 Years: 50-74

67.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 67.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 68.6% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 67.9% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 70.7% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 67.9% 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%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Children's Health

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Children's Health

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Children with Acanthosis Nigricans

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Children with Acanthosis Nigricans

8.0%
Percent of children
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (8.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (8.0%).
Prior Value
(8.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Diabetes

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who have been Tested for High Blood Sugar or Diabetes: Past 3 Years

48.1%
(2016)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (55.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 48.1% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(55.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (48.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (48.4%).
Prior Value
(48.4%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Diabetes (CCHC)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Diabetes (CCHC)

24.9%
(2016-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (24.9%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (23.3%).
Prior Value
(23.3%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Diabetes (Clinic A)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Diabetes (Clinic A)

26.7%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (26.7%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (24.9%).
Prior Value
(24.9%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Diabetes (Clinic B)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Diabetes (Clinic B)

38.2%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (38.2%) is less and better than the previously measured value (55.9%).
Prior Value
(55.9%)
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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Diabetes (Clinic C)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Diabetes (Clinic C)

32.3%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (24.19%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(24.19%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Diabetes (Clinic D)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Diabetes (Clinic D)

21.1%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (15.80%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(15.80%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes

11.3%
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (7.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(7.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (11.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.8%).
Prior Value
(4.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes (CCHC)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes (CCHC)

34.0%
(2016-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (34.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (39.0%).
Prior Value
(39.0%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes (Clinic A)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes (Clinic A)

18.8%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (18.8%) is less and better than the previously measured value (24.1%).
Prior Value
(24.1%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes (Clinic B)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes (Clinic B)

26.1%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (26.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (26.1%).
Prior Value
(26.1%)
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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes (Clinic C)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes (Clinic C)

17.6%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (13.81%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(13.81%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes (Clinic D)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Prediabetes (Clinic D)

3.8%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (2.83%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(2.83%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Diabetes

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Diabetes

33.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 33.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.1 while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 33.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.2 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 33.3 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(23.8)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (22.6), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 33.3 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(22.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (33.3) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (29.3).
Prior Value
(29.3)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Diabetes: Medicare Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Diabetes: Medicare Population

43.1%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 43.1% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 252 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 43.1% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.9% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (28.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 43.1% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(28.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (27.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 43.1% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(27.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (43.1%) is less and better than the previously measured value (43.2%).
Prior Value
(43.2%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Disabilities

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Disability Living in Poverty

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Disability Living in Poverty

31.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 31.6% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.5% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 31.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.0% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 31.6% 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 31.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Children with a Disability

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Children with a Disability

5.5%
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (4.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 5.5%.
TX Value
(4.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 5.5%.
US Value
(4.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with a Cognitive Difficulty

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with a Cognitive Difficulty

5.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (4.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 5.4%.
TX Value
(4.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 5.4%.
US Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with a Disability

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with a Disability

12.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (11.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 12.4%.
TX Value
(11.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.9%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 12.4%.
US Value
(12.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with a Hearing Difficulty

3.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (3.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.3%.
TX Value
(3.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.3%.
US Value
(3.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with a Self-Care Difficulty

4.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (2.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.2%.
TX Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.2%.
US Value
(2.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with a Vision Difficulty

3.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (2.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.1%.
TX Value
(2.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.1%.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with an Ambulatory Difficulty

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with an Ambulatory Difficulty

6.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (6.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.8%.
TX Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.8%.
US Value
(6.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Family Planning

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Infants Born to Mothers with <12 Years Education

Current Value:
31.6%
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 31.6% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.7% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 213 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (19.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 31.6% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(19.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 31.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(14.6%)
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, Rio Grande Valley (31.6%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (0.0%).
Prior Value
(0.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Teen Births

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Teen Births

4.1%
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.1% while regions 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 (2.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.1% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(2.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.9%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.1% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.9%)
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, Rio Grande Valley (4.1%) is less and better than the previously measured value (6.4%).
Prior Value
(6.4%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Health Care Access & Quality

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who have had a Routine Checkup

69.4%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 69.4% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 72.1% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 70.4%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 69.4% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 76.0% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 73.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (74.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 69.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(74.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Health Insurance: 18-64

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Health Insurance: 18-64

58.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 58.9% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 74.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 71.1%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 58.9% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 88.0% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (75.9%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 58.9% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(75.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (58.9%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (58.6%).
Prior Value
(58.6%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults without Health Insurance

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults without Health Insurance

49.6%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 49.6% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 28.9% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.5%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 49.6% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.4% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (15.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 49.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(15.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Children with Health Insurance

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Children with Health Insurance

87.2%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 87.2% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 86.8% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 84.2%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 87.2% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 92.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (88.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 87.2% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(88.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (87.2%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (85.7%).
Prior Value
(85.7%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Community Spending on Health Care

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Community Spending on Health Care

7.2%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (7.4%), Rio Grande Valley 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 (8.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 7.2%.
US Value
(8.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (7.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.2%).
Prior Value
(7.2%)
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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Health Insurance Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Health Insurance Spending-to-Income Ratio

8.3%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 8.3% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.3% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 8.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (6.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 8.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(6.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (8.3%) is less and better than the previously measured value (9.0%).
Prior Value
(9.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with Health Insurance

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with Health Insurance

69.7%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 69.7% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 78.9% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 76.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 69.7% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.4% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (80.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 69.7% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(80.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (69.7%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (70.5%).
Prior Value
(70.5%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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 (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>

Region: Rio Grande Valley Primary Care Provider Rate

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Primary Care Provider Rate

46
Providers per 100,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 46 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 38 while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 46 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 47 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 46 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(60)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (46) is less and worse than the previously measured value (47).
Prior Value
(47)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Health Information Technology

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Households with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Households with an Internet Subscription

77.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 77.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 82.4% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 77.6% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.9% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 77.6% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(88.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (88.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 77.6% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(88.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Households with One or More Types of Computing Devices

Current Value:
89.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 89.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.4% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 89.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.1% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 89.3% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(94.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (94.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 89.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(94.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with an Internet Subscription

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Persons with an Internet Subscription

81.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 81.1% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 86.6% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 81.1% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 87.7% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 81.1% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(90.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (91.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 81.1% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(91.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Heart Disease & Stroke

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who Experienced a Stroke

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who Experienced a Stroke

3.5%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.5% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.7% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.5% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.8% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who Experienced Coronary Heart Disease

Current Value:
7.2%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 7.2% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.2% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 7.2% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.3% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 7.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who Have Taken Medications for High Blood Pressure

Current Value:
74.7%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 74.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 76.1% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 73.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 74.7% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 78.0% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 75.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (76.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 74.7% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(76.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with High Cholesterol (CCHC)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with High Cholesterol (CCHC)

26.4%
(2016-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (26.4%) is less and better than the previously measured value (27.6%).
Prior Value
(27.6%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with High Cholesterol (Clinic A)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with High Cholesterol (Clinic A)

50.8%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (50.8%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (42.6%).
Prior Value
(42.6%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with High Cholesterol (Clinic B)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with High Cholesterol (Clinic B)

20.7%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (20.7%) is less and better than the previously measured value (24.5%).
Prior Value
(24.5%)
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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with High Cholesterol (Clinic C)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with High Cholesterol (Clinic C)

49.0%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (36.74%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(36.74%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with High Cholesterol (Clinic D)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with High Cholesterol (Clinic D)

22.2%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (16.62%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(16.62%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Hypertension (CCHC)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Hypertension (CCHC)

16.8%
(2016-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (16.8%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (16.3%).
Prior Value
(16.3%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Hypertension (Clinic A)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Hypertension (Clinic A)

29.3%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (29.3%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (28.5%).
Prior Value
(28.5%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Hypertension (Clinic B)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Hypertension (Clinic B)

37.4%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (37.4%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (27.4%).
Prior Value
(27.4%)
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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Hypertension (Clinic C)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Hypertension (Clinic C)

34.2%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (25.64%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(25.64%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Hypertension (Clinic D)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Hypertension (Clinic D)

37.1%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (27.85%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(27.85%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke)

Current Value:
27.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 27.0 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.3 while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 27.0 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 39.8 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 27.0 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(40.1)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (37.6), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 27.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(37.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (27.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (26.4).
Prior Value
(26.4)
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 Rio Grande Valley value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (33.4), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(33.4)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Coronary Heart Disease

Current Value:
117.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 117.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 109.5 while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 117.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 98.1 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 117.6 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(93.7)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (90.2), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 117.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(90.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (117.6) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (106.4).
Prior Value
(106.4)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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 (71.1), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(71.1)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Atrial Fibrillation: Medicare Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Atrial Fibrillation: Medicare Population

5.8%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 5.8% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.0% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 252 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 5.8% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.2% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (7.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 5.8% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(7.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 5.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (5.8%) is greater and worse than 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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Cholesterol Test History

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Cholesterol Test History

80.6%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 80.6% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 83.7% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 82.2%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 80.6% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 85.7% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 84.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (87.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 80.6% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(87.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Heart Failure: Medicare Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Heart Failure: Medicare Population

18.2%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 18.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.6% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 251 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 18.2% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.3% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,136 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (15.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 18.2% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(15.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (14.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 18.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(14.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (18.2%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (17.7%).
Prior Value
(17.7%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley High Blood Pressure Prevalence

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley High Blood Pressure Prevalence

33.7%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 33.7% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.9% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 39.2%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 33.7% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.9% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 40.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (32.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 33.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(32.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (41.9%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(41.9%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley High Cholesterol Prevalence: Past 5 Years

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley High Cholesterol Prevalence: Past 5 Years

33.0%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 33.0% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.2% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 33.0% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 37.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,121 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (33.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 33.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(33.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Hyperlipidemia: Medicare Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Hyperlipidemia: Medicare Population

62.0%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 62.0% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 46.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 51.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 252 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 62.0% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 45.6% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 50.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (49.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 62.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(49.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (47.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 62.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(47.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (62.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (56.6%).
Prior Value
(56.6%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Hypertension: Medicare Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Hypertension: Medicare Population

67.5%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 67.5% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 61.1% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 63.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 252 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 67.5% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 58.6% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 63.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (59.9%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 67.5% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(59.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (57.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 67.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(57.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (67.5%) is less and better than the previously measured value (68.3%).
Prior Value
(68.3%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Ischemic Heart Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
35.4%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 35.4% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 30.9% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 34.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 251 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 35.4% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.7% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (29.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 35.4% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(29.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 35.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(26.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (35.4%) is less and better than the previously measured value (36.6%).
Prior Value
(36.6%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Stroke: Medicare Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Stroke: Medicare Population

4.8%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.8% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.1% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 238 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.8% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.4% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,037 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (4.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.8% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(4.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (4.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (4.8%).
Prior Value
(4.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Immunizations & Infectious Diseases

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Influenza and Pneumonia

Current Value:
11.2
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.2 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.0 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.2 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.2 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (11.2) 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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Tuberculosis Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Tuberculosis Incidence Rate

25.2
Cases per 100,000 population
(2013-2017)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 25.2 which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.6 while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.3.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (4.5), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 25.2 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(4.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 25.2 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 HP 2030 Target (1.4), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(1.4)

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Maternal, Fetal & Infant Health

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Babies with Low Birthweight

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Babies with Low Birthweight

8.3%
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 8.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.7% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 8.3% 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 8.3% 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, Rio Grande Valley (8.3%) is less and better than the previously measured value (39.0%).
Prior Value
(39.0%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Babies with Very Low Birthweight

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Babies with Very Low Birthweight

1.2%
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (1.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 1.2% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(1.4% in 2013)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 1.2% which is lower and better.
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, Rio Grande Valley (1.2%) is less and better than the previously measured value (15.3%).
Prior Value
(15.3%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Infant Mortality Rate

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Infant Mortality Rate

4.8
Deaths per 1,000 live births
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.8 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.5 while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.9.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 165 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (5.6), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.8 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(5.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.9), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.8 which is lower and better.
US Value
(5.9)
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 HP 2030 Target (5.0), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.0)
<div>MICH-02: Reduce the rate of infant deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

Region: Rio Grande Valley Mothers who Received Early Prenatal Care

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Mothers who Received Early Prenatal Care

53.4%
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 53.4% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 60.0% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 55.5%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 240 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (59.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 53.4% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(59.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (77.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 53.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(77.0%)
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, Rio Grande Valley (53.4%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (0.0%).
Prior Value
(0.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Preterm Births

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Preterm Births

15.2%
(2015)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 15.2% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.4% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 193 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (11.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 15.2% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(11.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (15.2%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (0.0%).
Prior Value
(0.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (9.4%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(9.4%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Mental Health & Mental Disorders

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults Ever Diagnosed with Depression

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults Ever Diagnosed with Depression

19.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 19.9% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 19.9% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.1% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (18.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 19.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(18.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Suicide

7.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 7.0 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.1 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 7.0 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(13.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.9), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 7.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(13.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (7.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.6).
Prior Value
(7.6)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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 (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>

Region: Rio Grande Valley Depression: Medicare Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Depression: Medicare Population

21.4%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 21.4% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.2% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 251 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 21.4% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.0% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,135 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (18.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 21.4% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(18.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 21.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(18.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (21.4%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (19.9%).
Prior Value
(19.9%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Mental Health Provider Rate

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Mental Health Provider Rate

82
Providers per 100,000 population
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 82 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 53 while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 82 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 137 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 82 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(157)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (82) is greater and better than the previously measured value (75).
Prior Value
(75)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Poor Mental Health: 14+ Days

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Poor Mental Health: 14+ Days

15.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 15.9% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.3% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 15.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.7% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (13.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 15.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Older Adults

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adult Day Care Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adult Day Care Spending-to-Income Ratio

28.3%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 28.3% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.6% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 28.3% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (15.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 28.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(15.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (28.3%) is less and better than the previously measured value (30.5%).
Prior Value
(30.5%)
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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Females

Current Value:
27.0%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 27.0% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 34.2% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 27.0% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 36.6% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 27.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(37.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ who Received Recommended Preventive Services: Males

Current Value:
31.2%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 31.2% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 39.2% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 31.2% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 42.3% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 31.2% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(43.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ with a Disability

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ with a Disability

43.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (35.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 43.8%.
TX Value
(35.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 43.8%.
US Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ with a Hearing Difficulty

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ with a Hearing Difficulty

17.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (14.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 17.4%.
TX Value
(14.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 17.4%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ with a Self-Care Difficulty

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ with a Self-Care Difficulty

16.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (8.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 16.6%.
TX Value
(8.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 16.6%.
US Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ with a Vision Difficulty

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ with a Vision Difficulty

11.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (7.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.2%.
TX Value
(7.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.2%.
US Value
(6.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ with an Independent Living Difficulty

Current Value:
20.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (14.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 20.8%.
TX Value
(14.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 20.8%.
US Value
(13.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults without Health Insurance (CCHC)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults without Health Insurance (CCHC)

61.0%
(2016-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (61.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (63.1%).
Prior Value
(63.1%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Alzheimer's Disease

Current Value:
38.1
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 38.1 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.3 while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 38.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.2 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 38.1 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 38.1 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(31.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (38.1) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (33.2).
Prior Value
(33.2)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Alzheimer's Disease or Dementia: Medicare Population

Current Value:
18.7%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 18.7% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.3% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.4%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 252 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 18.7% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.1% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 11.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,124 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (12.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 18.7% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(12.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 18.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (18.7%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (18.3%).
Prior Value
(18.3%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Oral Health

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ with Total Tooth Loss

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults 65+ with Total Tooth Loss

13.8%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 13.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.5% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 13.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.6% while regions 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%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 13.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who Visited a Dentist

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who Visited a Dentist

48.3%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 48.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 50.9% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 47.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 48.3% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 60.6% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 54.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (64.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 48.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(64.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Dentist Rate

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Dentist Rate

30
Dentists per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 30 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 32 while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 30 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 30 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(63)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (30) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (30).
Prior Value
(30)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Other Conditions

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Arthritis

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Arthritis

19.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 19.9% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 19.9% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.3% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (24.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 19.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(24.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Kidney Disease

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Kidney Disease

3.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.6% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.9% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (3.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Chronic Kidney Disease: Medicare Population

Current Value:
40.5%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 40.5% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.4% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.5%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 252 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 40.5% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 26.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (26.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 40.5% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(26.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 40.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (40.5%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (39.4%).
Prior Value
(39.4%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Osteoporosis: Medicare Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Osteoporosis: Medicare Population

11.0%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.0% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.7% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 243 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.0% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.4% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,086 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (6.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(6.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(6.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (11.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (11.3%).
Prior Value
(11.3%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis: Medicare Population

Current Value:
39.8%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 39.8% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 35.7% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.2%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 252 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 39.8% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 33.4% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 36.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,143 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (34.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 39.8% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(34.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (33.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 39.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(33.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (39.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (39.8%).
Prior Value
(39.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Physical Activity

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Obese (CCHC)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Obese (CCHC)

48.3%
(2016-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (48.3%) is less and better than the previously measured value (51.2%).
Prior Value
(51.2%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Obese (Clinic A)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Obese (Clinic A)

53.1%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (53.1%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (52.7%).
Prior Value
(52.7%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Obese (Clinic B)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Obese (Clinic B)

51.5%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (51.5%) is less and better than the previously measured value (51.8%).
Prior Value
(51.8%)
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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Obese (Clinic C)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Obese (Clinic C)

49.2%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (36.91%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(36.91%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Obese (Clinic D)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Obese (Clinic D)

17.4%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (13.02%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(13.02%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Overweight (CCHC)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Overweight (CCHC)

35.9%
(2016-2018)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (35.9%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (30.6%).
Prior Value
(30.6%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Overweight (Clinic A)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Overweight (Clinic A)

29.9%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (29.9%) is less and better than the previously measured value (30.3%).
Prior Value
(30.3%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Overweight (Clinic B)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Overweight (Clinic B)

32.5%
(2017-2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (32.5%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (31.8%).
Prior Value
(31.8%)
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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Overweight (Clinic C)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Overweight (Clinic C)

28.0%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (21.02%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(21.02%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Overweight (Clinic D)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Overweight (Clinic D)

11.5%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to the Community Target (8.60%), the target has not been met.
Community Target
(8.60%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Sedentary

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults who are Sedentary

33.5%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the US Value (23.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 33.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(23.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (21.8%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(21.8%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Prevention & Safety

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Falls

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Falls

2.8
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 2.8 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.0 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 2.8 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(8.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (9.8), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 2.8 which is lower and better.
US Value
(9.8)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (2.8) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (2.3).
Prior Value
(2.3)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Unintentional Injuries

Current Value:
24.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 24.0 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 51.5 while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 24.0 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 59.9 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 24.0 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(40.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (51.6), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 24.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(51.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (24.0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (23.2).
Prior Value
(23.2)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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)

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Respiratory Diseases

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with COPD

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with COPD

6.4%
Percent of adults
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.4% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.2% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.3%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.4% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (6.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.4%.
US Value
(6.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Current Asthma

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Adults with Current Asthma

8.8%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 8.8% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.3% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 8.8% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.9% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (9.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 8.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(9.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Asthma: Medicare Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Asthma: Medicare Population

4.6%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.2% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.9%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 237 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.2% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,045 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (4.9%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.6% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(4.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 4.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(5.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (4.6%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (4.5%).
Prior Value
(4.5%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley COPD: Medicare Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley COPD: Medicare Population

13.1%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 13.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 252 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 13.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.3% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (11.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 13.1% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(11.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 13.1% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(11.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (13.1%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (12.7%).
Prior Value
(12.7%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Sexually Transmitted Infections

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Chlamydia Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Chlamydia Incidence Rate

453.4
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 453.4 which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 334.5 while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 449.9.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (511.6), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 453.4 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(511.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (524.6), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 453.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(524.6)
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

Region: Rio Grande Valley Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Gonorrhea Incidence Rate

61.6
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 61.6 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 86.2 while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 145.6.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (160.2), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 61.6 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(160.2)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (170.6), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 61.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(170.6)
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

Region: Rio Grande Valley HIV Diagnosis Rate

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley HIV Diagnosis Rate

10.8
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 10.8 which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.0 while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.2.
TX Counties
(2019)
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (15.5), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 10.8 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(15.5)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Syphilis Incidence Rate

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Syphilis Incidence Rate

37.2
Cases per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (7.6), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 37.2 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(7.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.9), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 37.2 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(11.9 in 2019)
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

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Tobacco Use

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Tobacco Use

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Cigarette Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Cigarette Spending-to-Income Ratio

2.6%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 2.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.4% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.8%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 2.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.5% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (2.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 2.6% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(2.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (2.6%) is less and better than the previously measured value (2.9%).
Prior Value
(2.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Health / Wellness & Lifestyle

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Poor Physical Health: 14+ Days

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Poor Physical Health: 14+ Days

15.0%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 15.0% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.0% while regions 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, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 15.0% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.8% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (10.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 15.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Self-Reported General Health Assessment: Poor or Fair

Current Value:
28.3%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 28.3% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.8% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 28.3% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.0% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 20.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the US Value (14.5%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 28.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(14.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Homicide

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Homicide

3.3
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.3 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.4 while regions 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), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.3 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(6.3)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.6), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 3.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(6.6)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (3.3) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (3.0).
Prior Value
(3.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.5), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.5)
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Region: Rio Grande Valley Violent Crime Rate

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Violent Crime Rate

2,994.5
Crimes per 100,000 population
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 2,994.5 which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 234.3 while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 350.7.
TX Counties
(2014-2016)
The distribution is based on data from 253 Texas counties.
Compared to the TX Value (420.4), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 2,994.5 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(420.4 in 2014-2016)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (386.5), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 2,994.5 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(386.5 in 2014-2016)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (2,994.5) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (299.4).
Prior Value
(299.4)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Community / Demographics

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Community / Demographics

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Female Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Female Population

51.0%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (50.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 51.0%.
TX Value
(50.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 51.0%.
US Value
(50.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (51.0%) is less  than the previously measured value (51.1%).
Prior Value
(51.1%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Male Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Male Population

49.0%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (49.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 49.0%.
TX Value
(49.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (49.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 49.0%.
US Value
(49.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (49.0%) is greater  than the previously measured value (48.9%).
Prior Value
(48.9%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population American Indian and Alaska Native

Current Value:
0.6%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (1.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 0.6%.
TX Value
(1.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 0.6%.
US Value
(1.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (0.6%) is greater  than the previously measured value (0.5%).
Prior Value
(0.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Asian

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Asian

1.0%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (5.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 1.0%.
TX Value
(5.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 1.0%.
US Value
(5.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (1.0%) is greater  than the previously measured value (0.9%).
Prior Value
(0.9%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Black or African American

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Black or African American

0.8%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (12.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 0.8%.
TX Value
(12.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 0.8%.
US Value
(13.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (0.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.8%).
Prior Value
(0.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Hispanic or Latino

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Hispanic or Latino

91.6%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (39.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 91.6%.
TX Value
(39.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.1%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 91.6%.
US Value
(18.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (91.6%) is greater  than the previously measured value (91.4%).
Prior Value
(91.4%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander

Current Value:
0.0%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (0.1%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 0.0%.
TX Value
(0.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (0.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 0.0%.
US Value
(0.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (0.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.0%).
Prior Value
(0.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Over Age 65

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Over Age 65

11.6%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (12.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.6%.
TX Value
(12.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (15.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 11.6%.
US Value
(15.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (11.6%) is greater  than the previously measured value (11.4%).
Prior Value
(11.4%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Two or More Races

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Two or More Races

0.5%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (2.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 0.5%.
TX Value
(2.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 0.5%.
US Value
(2.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (0.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.5%).
Prior Value
(0.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Under Age 18

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Under Age 18

32.2%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (26.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 32.2%.
TX Value
(26.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (22.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 32.2%.
US Value
(22.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (32.2%) is less  than the previously measured value (32.5%).
Prior Value
(32.5%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Under Age 5

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population Under Age 5

9.0%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (7.1%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 9.0%.
TX Value
(7.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.1%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 9.0%.
US Value
(6.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (9.0%) is less  than the previously measured value (9.2%).
Prior Value
(9.2%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population White

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population White

97.1%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (79.1%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 97.1%.
TX Value
(79.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (76.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 97.1%.
US Value
(76.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (97.1%) is less  than the previously measured value (97.2%).
Prior Value
(97.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population White (Not Hispanic or Latino)

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Population White (Not Hispanic or Latino)

6.9%
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (42.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.9%.
TX Value
(42.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (60.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.9%.
US Value
(60.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (6.9%) is less  than the previously measured value (7.2%).
Prior Value
(7.2%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Total Population

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Total Population

1,370,424
People
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (1,370,424) is greater  than the previously measured value (1,357,644).
Prior Value
(1,357,644)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Community / Public Safety

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Community / Public Safety

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Age-Adjusted Death Rate due to Motor Vehicle Traffic Collisions

Current Value:
9.4
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 9.4 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.9 while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.5.
TX Counties
(2014-2018)
The distribution is based on data from 136 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 9.4 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.4 while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.2.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,266 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (12.9), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 9.4 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(12.9)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (11.4), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 9.4 which is lower and better.
US Value
(11.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (9.4) 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.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (10.1), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(10.1)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths

28.2%
Percent of driving deaths with alcohol involvement
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 28.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.1% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.5%.
TX Counties
(2017-2021)
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 28.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.3% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.8%.
U.S. Counties
(2017-2021)
The distribution is based on data from 3,116 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (25.2%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 28.2% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(25.2% in 2017-2021)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 28.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(26.3% in 2017-2021)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (28.2%) is less and better than the previously measured value (30.1%).
Prior Value
(30.1%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Community / Social Environment

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Community / Social Environment

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Children in Single-Parent Households

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Children in Single-Parent Households

32.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 32.8% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.8% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 32.8% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.2% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (25.6%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 32.8% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(25.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.9%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 32.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(24.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley People 65+ Living Alone

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley People 65+ Living Alone

21.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 21.7% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.0% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.0%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 21.7% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.2% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (23.9%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 21.7% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(23.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 21.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(26.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Community / Transportation

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Community / Transportation

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Community Spending on Transportation

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Community Spending on Transportation

21.9%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the TX Value (18.9%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 21.9%.
TX Value
(18.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (17.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 21.9%.
US Value
(17.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (21.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (21.9%).
Prior Value
(21.9%)
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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Gasoline and Other Fuels Spending-to-Income Ratio

Current Value:
5.8%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 5.8% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.2% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 5.8% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.8% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (3.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 5.8% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(3.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (5.8%) is less and better than the previously measured value (6.2%).
Prior Value
(6.2%)
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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Households without a Vehicle

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Households without a Vehicle

6.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.2% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.6% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 6.2%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.3% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (5.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.2% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.3%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Mean Travel Time to Work

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Mean Travel Time to Work

22.1
Minutes
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 22.1 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.0 while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.3.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 252 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 22.1 which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.0 while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,131 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (26.6), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 22.1 which is lower and better.
TX Value
(26.6)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.7), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 22.1 which is lower and better.
US Value
(26.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Solo Drivers with a Long Commute

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Solo Drivers with a Long Commute

22.0%
(2018)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 22.0% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 31.9% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 42.0%.
TX Counties
(2018-2022)
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 22.0% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 32.4% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 41.8%.
U.S. Counties
(2018-2022)
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (38.9%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 22.0% which is lower and better.
TX Value
(38.9% in 2018-2022)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.4%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 22.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(36.4% in 2018-2022)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (22.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (24.3%).
Prior Value
(24.3%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Workers Commuting by Public Transportation

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Workers Commuting by Public Transportation

0.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 0.3% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50%  have a value higher than 0.3% while regions in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.1%.
U.S. Counties
(2015-2019)
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (1.0%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 0.3% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(1.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.8%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 0.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(3.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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 (5.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.3%)

Region: Rio Grande Valley Workers who Drive Alone to Work

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Workers who Drive Alone to Work

77.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 77.7% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 79.1% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 82.7%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 77.7% which is in the best 50% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 79.0% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 82.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (75.1%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 77.7% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(75.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (71.7%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 77.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(71.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Economy / Employment

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley

Economy / Employment

Value
Compared to:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Size of Labor Force

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Size of Labor Force

594,905
Persons
(January 2024)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (594,905) is greater and better than the previously measured value (592,066).
Prior Value
(592,066)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.

Region: Rio Grande Valley Unemployed Workers in Civilian Labor Force

Current Value:

Region: Rio Grande Valley Unemployed Workers in Civilian Labor Force

6.3%
(January 2024)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.3% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.6%.
TX Counties
The distribution is based on data from 254 Texas counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.3% which is in the worst 25% of regions. Regions in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while regions in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on non-seasonally-adjusted data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the TX Value (4.1%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(4.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Texas State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.1%), Rio Grande Valley has a value of 6.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(4.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Rio Grande Valley (6.3%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (5.6%).
Prior Value
(5.6%)
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 Rio Grande Valley 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.