Bannock County Health Data

Bannock County, Idaho

Health Score

61/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.2 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

74

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

470

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Bannock County, Idaho

Bannock County lags national health trends

At 75.2 years, Bannock County's life expectancy falls 0.9 years below the U.S. average of 76.1 years. With 16.8% of residents reporting poor or fair health—just below the national 17.8%—the county faces meaningful health challenges.

Bannock ranks lower than Idaho average

Bannock County's 75.2-year life expectancy trails Idaho's 77.5-year average by 2.3 years, placing it among the state's lower-performing counties. The 16.8% poor/fair health rate reflects statewide wellness concerns concentrated in this region.

Bannock struggles against peer counties

At 75.2 years, Bannock County lags Bingham County (75.1 years) by just 0.1 years, but trails Benewah (73.9) in a concerning way. With 74 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Bannock offers modest access compared to Ada's 89.

Good insurance access masks care gaps

Bannock's 7.8% uninsured rate beats Idaho's 11.7% average, yet 16.8% report poor health—suggesting access alone doesn't ensure quality care. The county's 470 mental health providers per 100,000 residents represent exceptional mental health capacity, but primary care remains constrained.

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Though Bannock's uninsured rate is below state average, every uninsured resident faces health risk during medical emergencies. Visit healthcare.gov to review your coverage and explore plans that include preventive care to address Bannock's health disparities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Bannock County, ID?
Bannock County has a health score of 61/100, rated "Average." It ranks #18 out of 44 counties in Idaho (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 Bannock County?
Life expectancy in Bannock County is 75.2 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Bannock County below the state average.
How does Bannock County health compare to the Idaho average?
Bannock County's health score of 61/100 is above the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 75.2 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.8% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Bannock County?
Key health factors for Bannock County include: life expectancy (75.2 years), uninsured rate (7.8%), and primary care physician access (74:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 470:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bannock County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 61/100 ("Average"), Bannock County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.2 years. 7.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Bannock County healthier than the Idaho average?
Bannock County's health score of 61/100 exceeds the Idaho average of 55/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.