Texas Measles Outbreak Tracker 2025

Real-time tracking of 775 confirmed measles cases across 51 Texas counties. Get the latest outbreak data, vaccination locations, and health resources from official CDC and Texas DSHS sources.

Active Outbreak1,088 US Cases51 Counties Affected

Texas Measles Quick Facts

775
Total Confirmed Cases
742 outbreak + 33 non-outbreak
51
Counties Affected
34 outbreak + 17 non-outbreak
17,159,957
Population at Risk
Across affected counties

County-by-County Measles Data

CountyConfirmed CasesCases Per Million% of TotalPopulation
Gaines County41117651.755.4%23,289
Terry County605071.48.1%11,831
El Paso County5765.87.7%865,657
Lubbock County53170.67.1%310,639
Dawson County272168.33.6%12,456
Lamar County21422.42.8%49,728
Yoakum County202352.92.7%8,500
Cochran County144907.11.9%2,853
Ector County1166.61.5%165,171
McLennan County831.41.1%254,428
Dallam County7960.60.9%7,287
Hockley County6278.60.8%21,537
Hale County5153.80.7%32,522
Midland County528.30.7%176,871
Parmer County5520.60.7%9,605
Upshur County5119.80.7%41,753
Andrews County3161.20.4%18,610
Martin County3572.80.4%5,237
Bailey County2285.70.3%7,000
Eastland County2108.90.3%18,360
Garza County2343.90.3%5,816
Lynn County2357.40.3%5,596
Atascosa County119.60.1%51,153
Borden County11584.80.1%631
Brewster County1104.80.1%9,546
Brown County126.40.1%37,864
Carson County1161.80.1%6,182
Collin County10.90.1%1,072,059
Erath County123.40.1%42,698
Hardeman County1254.30.1%3,933
Lamb County176.70.1%13,045
Potter County18.50.1%117,415
Randall County17.10.1%140,753
Reeves County167.80.1%14,748
Rockwall County18.60.1%116,381
Total Outbreak Cases742100%

Measles Cases by Age Group - West Texas Outbreak

Age distribution shows school-age children (5-17 years) are most affected, representing 38% of all outbreak cases.

218
0-4 years
29.4% of cases
281
5-17 years
37.9% of cases
239
18+ years
32.2% of cases
4
Pending
0.5% of cases

U.S. Measles Statistics 2025

Nationwide measles outbreak data from the CDC showing 1,088 confirmed cases across multiple states, with Texas accounting for the majority of cases.

Total U.S. Cases

1088
Confirmed nationwide

Hospitalizations

133
(12% of cases)

Deaths

3
Fatalities reported

Age Distribution & Hospitalizations

Children under 5 have the highest hospitalization rate at 22%, highlighting the vulnerability of unvaccinated young children.

Under 5 years322 cases (30%)
Hospitalized:71 (22% of age group)
5-19 years407 cases (37%)
Hospitalized:33 (8% of age group)
20+ years349 cases (32%)
Hospitalized:28 (8% of age group)
Age unknown10 cases (1%)
Hospitalized:1 (10% of age group)

Vaccination Status

96% of measles cases occur in unvaccinated or unknown vaccination status individuals, emphasizing the importance of MMR vaccination.

Unvaccinated or Unknown96%
One MMR dose2%
Two MMR doses3%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many measles cases are in Texas right now?

As of June 2025, Texas has 775 confirmed measles cases across 51 counties, with 742 cases from the West Texas outbreak and 33 non-outbreak cases. Gaines County has the highest number with 411 cases.

Where can I get the measles vaccine in Texas?

You can find measles (MMR) vaccine locations through vaccines.gov, your local health department, pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens, and healthcare providers. The vaccine is recommended for children and adults who haven't been vaccinated.

What counties in Texas have measles outbreaks?

The West Texas outbreak affects 34 counties, with Gaines County being the epicenter (411 cases). Other heavily affected counties include Terry (60 cases), El Paso (57 cases), and Lubbock (53 cases). Non-outbreak cases are reported in 17 additional counties, with Williamson County (6 cases) having the most.

Is the measles outbreak in Texas getting worse?

The outbreak has grown to 775 cases in Texas and over 1,088 cases nationwide. While vaccination efforts have helped slow the spread in some areas, new cases continue to be reported, particularly in school-age children (5-17 years) who represent 38% of all outbreak cases.

What are the symptoms of measles?

Measles symptoms include high fever, cough, runny nose, red watery eyes, and a characteristic red rash that starts on the face and spreads to the body. Symptoms typically appear 10-14 days after exposure.