Montgomery County Health Data

Montgomery County, Illinois

Health Score

55/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

39

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

83

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Montgomery County, Illinois

Montgomery faces significant health challenges

Life expectancy in Montgomery County is just 74.1 years, more than two years below the U.S. average of 76.4 years. Nearly one-fifth (19.2%) of residents report poor or fair health, indicating widespread health struggles.

Below state average on all measures

Montgomery's 74.1-year life expectancy falls 1.9 years below Illinois' state average of 76.0 years. The county ranks among the lowest-performing in the state for both longevity and self-reported health status.

Struggling compared to nearby counties

Montgomery lags all neighboring counties, with life expectancy 3.6 years below Monroe County and 4.2 years below Menard County. The county faces the highest poor/fair health rate (19.2%) in this eight-county comparison.

Higher uninsured rates, limited access

At 6.7% uninsured, Montgomery exceeds both the state average (6.3%) and most neighbors, leaving more residents without coverage. While primary care providers (39 per 100K) are adequate, gaps in mental health capacity (83 per 100K) and broader health infrastructure challenge residents seeking care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Montgomery County, IL?
Montgomery County has a health score of 55/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #82 out of 102 counties in Illinois (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 Montgomery County?
Life expectancy in Montgomery County is 74.1 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Montgomery County below the state average.
How does Montgomery County health compare to the Illinois average?
Montgomery County's health score of 55/100 is below the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 74.1 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 6.7% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Montgomery County?
Key health factors for Montgomery County include: life expectancy (74.1 years), uninsured rate (6.7%), and primary care physician access (39:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 83:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Montgomery County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 55/100 ("Below Average"), Montgomery County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.1 years. 6.7% 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 Montgomery County?
Montgomery County's health score of 55/100 is below the Illinois average of 66/100. 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.