Power County Health Data

Power County, Idaho

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.9 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.0%

State avg 11.7%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

25

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

49

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

20.3%

State avg 17.7%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

12.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 25.2 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

12.5

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Power County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasurePowerState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.0%33.5%37.6%4.5 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.6%9.5%11.2%1.1 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure30.4%29.4%33.5%1.0 pts worse than state
Depression21.8%23.4%24.1%1.6 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasurePowerState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.3%13.9%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking14.9%16.2%17.8%1.3 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity27.4%23.9%27.0%3.5 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasurePowerState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.1%71.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)58.1%63.0%57.3%4.9 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)64.3%66.8%73.3%2.5 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasurePowerState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.3%17.4%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration34.4%33.8%37.3%0.6 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Power County nationally on dental visit (past year).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Power County Uninsured Rate Higher Than State Average

Health data brief for Power County, Idaho.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

Power County reports an uninsured rate of 14.0%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 11.7% and the national average of 10%. Access to care is also limited, with 25 primary care providers and 49 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, both significantly lower than the national medians of 70 and 250, respectively. Life expectancy in the county is 77.9 years, slightly above the Idaho state average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. However, 20.3% of the population reports being in poor or fair health, which is above the national average of 17%. These figures suggest that while life expectancy aligns with state norms, the percentage of residents without insurance and the local provider density remain distinct from national benchmarks. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Power County, Idaho

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Power County Hospital District

ER
Not rated by CMS
(208) 226-3200
510 Roosevelt Street, American Falls, ID 83211
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Power County, ID?
Power County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #34 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 Power County?
Life expectancy in Power County is 77.9 years. The Idaho state average is 77.5 years, making Power County above the state average.
How does Power County health compare to the Idaho average?
Power County's health score of 46/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. Life expectancy is 77.9 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 14.0% vs. 11.7% statewide.
What health factors affect Power County?
Key health factors for Power County include: life expectancy (77.9 years), uninsured rate (14.0%), and primary care physician access (25:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 49:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Power County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Power County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Idaho. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.9 years. 14.0% 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 Power County?
Power County's health score of 46/100 is below the Idaho average of 55/100. The uninsured rate of 14.0% 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.