Bonneville County Health Data

Bonneville County, Idaho

Health Score

66/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.9 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

38

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

347

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Bonneville County, Idaho

Bonneville slightly below US life expectancy

Bonneville County residents average 76.9 years of life, about two years below the US average of 78.9 years. The county's 16.0% poor or fair health rate aligns closely with national patterns, indicating health outcomes on par with many American communities.

Life expectancy trails state average

At 76.9 years, Bonneville falls 0.6 years short of Idaho's 77.5-year state average. The county ranks in the middle tier of Idaho's health outcomes, with room for improvement on this longevity measure.

Mixed outcomes among nearby counties

Bonneville's 76.9-year life expectancy trails Bonner County (78.8 years) but exceeds Butte County (74.3 years). Its uninsured rate of 9.1% is notably better than state average, suggesting stronger insurance enrollment relative to regional peers.

Abundant mental health care, limited primary

Bonneville leads the region with 347 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, the highest among these eight counties. However, primary care access remains constrained at 38 per 100,000, leaving some residents dependent on specialists for basic care needs.

Nearly 1 in 10 remain without coverage

Bonneville's 9.1% uninsured rate means roughly 4,000 residents lack health insurance. Explore your options at healthcare.gov or talk to a local navigator—coverage protects your family and connects you to those abundant mental health resources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Bonneville County, ID?
Bonneville County has a health score of 66/100, rated "Average." It ranks #11 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 Bonneville County?
Life expectancy in Bonneville County is 76.9 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Bonneville County below the state average.
How does Bonneville County health compare to the Idaho average?
Bonneville County's health score of 66/100 is above the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 76.9 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 9.1% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Bonneville County?
Key health factors for Bonneville County include: life expectancy (76.9 years), uninsured rate (9.1%), and primary care physician access (38:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 347:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bonneville County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 66/100 ("Average"), Bonneville County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.9 years. 9.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Bonneville County healthier than the Idaho average?
Bonneville County's health score of 66/100 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. Bonneville County has better primary care access (38:1 ratio) than the state average (53:1).

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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.