Bingham County Health Data

Bingham County, Idaho

Health Score

48/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.1 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.6%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

29

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

143

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Bingham County, Idaho

Bingham County trails national health marks

At 75.1 years, Bingham County's life expectancy falls 1.0 year below the U.S. average of 76.1 years. With 18.3% reporting poor or fair health—above the national 17.8% rate—the county faces notable health disparities.

Bingham below Idaho's health average

Bingham County's 75.1-year life expectancy ranks among Idaho's lower counties, trailing the state average of 77.5 years by 2.4 years. The county's 18.3% poor/fair health rate reflects statewide wellness gaps.

Bingham mirrors Bannock's health challenges

At 75.1 years, Bingham nearly matches Bannock County (75.2), both struggling compared to Ada (79.7) and Adams (79.2). With just 29 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, Bingham ranks among the lowest in provider access across this group.

Low provider access compounds uninsured burden

Bingham's 10.6% uninsured rate sits below Idaho's 11.7% average, yet the county's critical shortage of primary care providers—just 29 per 100,000—limits even the insured population's access. With 143 mental health providers per 100,000, behavioral health capacity is modest but present.

Bingham families: secure coverage today

While Bingham's uninsured rate is slightly better than state average, 10.6% of residents still lack protection against medical debt. Visit healthcare.gov to confirm your coverage and seek out plans emphasizing preventive care—critical in a county with limited primary care options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Bingham County, ID?
Bingham County has a health score of 48/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #31 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 Bingham County?
Life expectancy in Bingham County is 75.1 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Bingham County below the state average.
How does Bingham County health compare to the Idaho average?
Bingham County's health score of 48/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 75.1 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 10.6% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Bingham County?
Key health factors for Bingham County include: life expectancy (75.1 years), uninsured rate (10.6%), and primary care physician access (29:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 143:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bingham County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 48/100 ("Below Average"), Bingham County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.1 years. 10.6% 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 Bingham County?
Bingham County's health score of 48/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. The uninsured rate of 10.6% 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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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.