Montgomery County Health Data

Montgomery County, Maryland

Health Score

88/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

83.2 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

83.2 yr

State avg 77.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.7%

State avg 6.4%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

135

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

433

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Montgomery County, Maryland

Montgomery County achieves highest US health outcomes

At 83.2 years, Montgomery County residents live 4.4 years longer than the US average of 78.8 years. With just 11.7% reporting poor or fair health, the county ranks among America's healthiest.

Montgomery County ranks best in Maryland health

Montgomery County's 83.2-year life expectancy leads all Maryland counties, topping the state average of 77.0 by six years. The county consistently ranks first in the state across health metrics.

DC metro health powerhouse outpaces all peers

Montgomery County's 83.2 years dramatically exceeds Howard County (82.5), Frederick (80.0), Charles (76.7), and Harford (77.9). As Maryland's most populous county, Montgomery sets the state's health standard.

High uninsured rate despite exceptional provider access

Montgomery County's 7.7% uninsured rate is the state's highest, surprising given its affluence and resources. However, with 135 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, the county offers abundant healthcare access for the insured.

Even in healthy Montgomery, coverage matters.

One in 13 Montgomery County residents lacks health insurance—higher than the state average. Check marylandhealthconnection.gov to find affordable plans and keep your family's excellent health outcomes protected.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Montgomery County, MD?
Montgomery County has a health score of 88/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #8 out of 24 counties in Maryland (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 83.2 years. The Maryland state average is 77.0 years, making Montgomery County above the state average.
How does Montgomery County health compare to the Maryland average?
Montgomery County's health score of 88/100 is above the Maryland average of 73/100. Life expectancy is 83.2 years vs. the state average of 77.0 years. The uninsured rate is 7.7% vs. 6.4% statewide.
What health factors affect Montgomery County?
Key health factors for Montgomery County include: life expectancy (83.2 years), uninsured rate (7.7%), and primary care physician access (135:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 433:1 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 88/100 ("Excellent"), Montgomery County is one of the healthier counties in Maryland. Residents have a life expectancy of 83.2 years. 7.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Montgomery County healthier than the Maryland average?
Montgomery County's health score of 88/100 exceeds the Maryland average of 73/100. 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.