Latah County Health Data

Latah County, Idaho

Health Score

86/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.8 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.3%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

72

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

211

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Latah County, Idaho

Latah County leads the nation in longevity

At 80.8 years, Latah County has the highest life expectancy among these counties and exceeds the U.S. average of 76.4 years by over 4 years. Only 13.5% report poor or fair health—the best rate in this group—indicating exceptional population health.

Idaho's healthiest county by far

Latah County's 80.8-year life expectancy surpasses Idaho's 77.5-year average by 3.3 years—the largest gap among these eight counties. At 7.3% uninsured, it beats the state average of 11.7% significantly, showing both health and coverage stability.

Clear regional health leader

Latah County's 80.8-year life expectancy outpaces all neighbors, including high performers Idaho and Kootenai counties. Its 7.3% uninsured rate is the lowest in the region, reflecting not only better health but more equitable coverage access.

Strong providers, lowest uninsured rate

Latah County has 72 primary care and 211 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—excellent by rural standards. Only 7.3% lack insurance, enabling nearly all residents to access preventive care, mental health services, and specialists.

Latah County sets the coverage model

With just 7.3% uninsured, Latah County shows what's possible when residents get covered. If you're uninsured, visit healthcare.gov or your local health department to join this success story and access Latah's robust provider network.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Latah County, ID?
Latah County has a health score of 86/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #2 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 Latah County?
Life expectancy in Latah County is 80.8 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Latah County above the state average.
How does Latah County health compare to the Idaho average?
Latah County's health score of 86/100 is above the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 80.8 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.3% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Latah County?
Key health factors for Latah County include: life expectancy (80.8 years), uninsured rate (7.3%), and primary care physician access (72:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 211:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Latah County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 86/100 ("Excellent"), Latah County is one of the healthier counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.8 years. 7.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Latah County healthier than the Idaho average?
Latah County's health score of 86/100 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.