STD Rates in Polk County, Texas
2023 CDC surveillance data for Polk County, Texas — chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis rates with state comparisons.
Polk County is among the lower-burden counties in Texas, reporting a combined STD rate of 254.7 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — 191st of 247 counties. Reported infections included chlamydia at 201.2 per 100,000 (109 cases, 59% below the state rate), gonorrhea at 49.8 per 100,000 (27 cases, 72% below the state rate), syphilis at 3.7 per 100,000 (2 cases, 75% below the state rate). Routine testing is the surest way to catch STDs early, since many produce no symptoms. Polk County has confidential testing locations available.
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Polk County County vs Texas Average
| Infection | Polk County County | Texas Rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlamydia | 201.2 | 491.9 | 59% below |
| Gonorrhea | 49.8 | 176.4 | 72% below |
| Syphilis (P&S) | 3.7 | 15 | 75% below |
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