Montgomery County Health Data

Montgomery County, Georgia

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

15/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

71.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

71.4 yr

State avg 73.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.2%

State avg 15.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

69

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

25.3%

State avg 21.9%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

11.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

11.5

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Montgomery County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity40.0%38.6%37.6%1.4 pts worse than state
Diabetes13.5%13.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure38.8%37.7%33.5%1.1 pts worse than state
Depression21.7%21.1%24.1%0.6 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.7%17.4%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking15.3%15.3%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity30.7%30.1%27.0%0.6 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.0%76.8%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)48.3%53.8%57.3%5.5 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)71.6%73.6%73.3%2.0 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.4%19.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration40.4%39.7%37.3%0.7 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Montgomery County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

High Percentage of Montgomery County Adults Report Poor or Fair Health

Health data brief for Montgomery County, Georgia.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Montgomery County, 25.3% of adults report being in poor or fair health, a figure that is higher than the national benchmark of 17%. The life expectancy in the county is 71.4 years, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 73.3 years and the national average of 77 years. When looking at healthcare access, the mental health provider ratio is 69 per 100,000 residents, contrasting with the national median of 250 per 100,000. Data for primary care provider density was not available for this reporting period. The uninsured rate in the county is 14.2%, which is slightly lower than the Georgia average of 15.0% but remains higher than the national average of 10%. These figures provide a snapshot of the health landscape in the area. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Montgomery County, Georgia

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Montgomery County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Montgomery County, GA?
Montgomery County has a health score of 15/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #125 out of 159 counties in Georgia (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Montgomery County?
Life expectancy in Montgomery County is 71.4 years. The Georgia state average is 73.3 years, making Montgomery County below the state average.
How does Montgomery County health compare to the Georgia average?
Montgomery County's health score of 15/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. Life expectancy is 71.4 years vs. the state average of 73.3 years. The uninsured rate is 14.2% vs. 15.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Montgomery County?
Key health factors for Montgomery County include: life expectancy (71.4 years), uninsured rate (14.2%), and primary care physician access (—). Mental health provider access is 69:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Montgomery County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 15/100 ("Below Average"), Montgomery County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Georgia. Residents have a life expectancy of 71.4 years. 14.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Montgomery County?
Montgomery County's health score of 15/100 is below the Georgia average of 28/100. The uninsured rate of 14.2% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.