Montgomery County Health Data

Montgomery County, Missouri

Health Score

34/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

73.8 yr

State avg 74.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.0%

State avg 12.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

18

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

44

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Montgomery County, Missouri

Montgomery trails national health average

At 73.8 years, Montgomery County's life expectancy lags the U.S. average of 74.4 years by 0.6 years, indicating health outcomes below the American baseline. The 20.9% poor or fair health rate exceeds national figures, reflecting chronic disease burdens and healthcare access challenges.

Below Missouri's health average

Montgomery's 73.8-year life expectancy falls 0.5 years short of Missouri's 74.3-year average, ranking it among the state's lower-performing counties. The county's 12.0% uninsured rate is slightly below Missouri's 12.5% average, though coverage alone cannot offset other barriers.

Struggling within its region

Montgomery's 73.8-year life expectancy trails all nearby counties, including Monroe County (76.1 years) and Miller County (74.9 years), by significant margins. With 18 primary care providers per 100K, the county offers moderate physician access but falls short of regional peers.

Coverage above average, access below

Montgomery's 12.0% uninsured rate is slightly better than Missouri's state average, but 18 primary care providers per 100K leaves gaps in routine care access. Mental health providers at 44 per 100K offer baseline behavioral health support but lag counties with stronger resources.

Health insurance is a foundation

Montgomery's 12% uninsured rate means improvements in coverage could boost community health across the board—insurance opens doors to preventive visits and chronic disease management. If you lack coverage, visit healthcare.gov or MO Health Net to enroll in plans that fit your budget.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Montgomery County, MO?
Montgomery County has a health score of 34/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #65 out of 115 counties in Missouri (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 73.8 years. The Missouri state average is 74.3 years, making Montgomery County below the state average.
How does Montgomery County health compare to the Missouri average?
Montgomery County's health score of 34/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. Life expectancy is 73.8 years vs. the state average of 74.3 years. The uninsured rate is 12.0% vs. 12.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Montgomery County?
Key health factors for Montgomery County include: life expectancy (73.8 years), uninsured rate (12.0%), and primary care physician access (18:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 44:1 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 34/100 ("Below Average"), Montgomery County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Missouri. Residents have a life expectancy of 73.8 years. 12.0% 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 Montgomery County?
Montgomery County's health score of 34/100 is below the Missouri average of 38/100. The uninsured rate of 12.0% 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.