Elmore County Health Data

Elmore County, Idaho

Health Score

52/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.4 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.6%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

56

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

185

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Elmore County, Idaho

Elmore County matches state health trends

Elmore County's 77.4-year life expectancy nearly equals Idaho's 77.5-year state average and exceeds the U.S. average of roughly 76 years. With 19.3% reporting poor or fair health, the county sits above national norms but reflects typical rural Idaho patterns.

Middle of the Idaho health pack

Elmore County's 77.4-year life expectancy and 19.3% poor/fair health rate place it near Idaho's middle range. The county maintains solid population health without the standout metrics of top-tier Idaho counties.

Solid health profile regionally

Elmore County's 19.3% poor/fair health rate exceeds Custer (15.4%) and Clearwater (16.8%) but ranks better than Gooding (21.9%). Its 77.4-year life expectancy falls short of Custer (78.7) and Franklin (78.9) but outpaces Gooding (76.4).

Strong mental health, limited primary care

Elmore County offers 185 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—among the densest in rural Idaho—but only 56 primary care providers per 100,000. An 11.6% uninsured rate sits near Idaho's state average, meaning most residents have insurance access to these providers.

Check your insurance this year

Elmore County's 11.6% uninsured rate is close to the state average—still leaving 1 in 10 residents without coverage. Visit healthcare.gov to explore marketplace plans, Medicaid eligibility, or contact your employer's benefits office to ensure you're covered.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Elmore County, ID?
Elmore County has a health score of 52/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #28 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 Elmore County?
Life expectancy in Elmore County is 77.4 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Elmore County below the state average.
How does Elmore County health compare to the Idaho average?
Elmore County's health score of 52/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 77.4 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 11.6% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Elmore County?
Key health factors for Elmore County include: life expectancy (77.4 years), uninsured rate (11.6%), and primary care physician access (56:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 185:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Elmore County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 52/100 ("Below Average"), Elmore County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.4 years. 11.6% 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 Elmore County?
Elmore County's health score of 52/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. The uninsured rate of 11.6% 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.