Butte County Health Data

Butte County, Idaho

Health Score

43/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.3 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.0%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

36

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Butte County, Idaho

Butte faces significant longevity gap

Butte County residents live to just 74.3 years, a stark 4.6 years below the US average of 78.9 years. The county's 20.0% poor or fair health rate far exceeds national averages, placing Butte among America's most challenged health communities.

Lowest life expectancy in Idaho

At 74.3 years, Butte County's life expectancy is 3.2 years below Idaho's state average of 77.5 years, making it the lowest among the eight counties profiled. This dramatic shortfall signals urgent public health needs requiring immediate attention and resources.

Struggling far behind regional peers

Butte's 74.3-year life expectancy trails every neighboring county, falling 3.8 years behind Bonner County and 2.6 years behind Boundary County. The county's 20% poor or fair health rate—highest in the region—reflects deep underlying health challenges distinct from its neighbors.

Healthcare infrastructure severely limited

Primary care provider data remains unavailable for Butte County, but the 36 mental health providers per 100,000 residents ranks among the region's lowest. Despite a manageable 10.0% uninsured rate, residents struggle with sheer lack of healthcare infrastructure to serve those with coverage.

Ensure your family has coverage

Even though Butte's uninsured rate is relatively low at 10%, the county's severe healthcare infrastructure gaps mean every covered resident must have access to the few available providers. Visit healthcare.gov to lock in coverage and secure your place in the system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Butte County, ID?
Butte County has a health score of 43/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #36 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 Butte County?
Life expectancy in Butte County is 74.3 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Butte County below the state average.
How does Butte County health compare to the Idaho average?
Butte County's health score of 43/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 74.3 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 10.0% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Butte County?
Key health factors for Butte County include: life expectancy (74.3 years), uninsured rate (10.0%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 36:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Butte County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 43/100 ("Below Average"), Butte County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.3 years. 10.0% 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 Butte County?
Butte County's health score of 43/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. The uninsured rate of 10.0% 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.