Boundary County Health Data

Boundary County, Idaho

Health Score

58/100

Average

Life Expectancy

78.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

78.1 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.6%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

56

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

184

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Boundary County, Idaho

Boundary matches national life expectancy

Boundary County residents live to 78.1 years, nearly matching the US average of 78.9 years. The county's 16.5% poor or fair health rate sits slightly above national norms, signaling health challenges on par with many US communities.

Life expectancy slightly above state

At 78.1 years, Boundary exceeds Idaho's state average of 77.5 years by 0.6 years. The county ranks in the upper tier of Idaho's health outcomes, performing better than most state peers on longevity.

Stronger health, but higher uninsured rate

Boundary's 78.1-year life expectancy rivals Bonner County (78.8 years) but significantly exceeds Canyon County (77.5 years). However, Boundary's 13.6% uninsured rate is the highest among neighboring counties, creating a care access challenge despite good longevity.

Good primary care, uneven mental health

Boundary offers above-average primary care density at 56 per 100,000 residents, but mental health provider access is thinner at 184 per 100,000. The county's elevated 13.6% uninsured rate means many lack the resources to access even these available services.

1 in 7 are uninsured—get help now

Boundary County's 13.6% uninsured rate is among Idaho's highest, leaving thousands vulnerable to medical debt. Visit healthcare.gov or contact Idaho's insurance program to find affordable coverage and secure access to the primary care your county offers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Boundary County, ID?
Boundary County has a health score of 58/100, rated "Average." It ranks #22 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 Boundary County?
Life expectancy in Boundary County is 78.1 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Boundary County above the state average.
How does Boundary County health compare to the Idaho average?
Boundary County's health score of 58/100 is above the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 78.1 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 13.6% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Boundary County?
Key health factors for Boundary County include: life expectancy (78.1 years), uninsured rate (13.6%), and primary care physician access (56:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 184:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Boundary County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 58/100 ("Average"), Boundary County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.1 years. 13.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Boundary County healthier than the Idaho average?
Boundary County's health score of 58/100 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.