Daniels County Health Data

Daniels County, Montana

Health Score

54/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

12.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

12.2%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

61

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Daniels County, Montana

Daniels health data tells partial story

While Daniels County's poor/fair health rate of 15.7% aligns closely with national levels, life expectancy data remains unavailable, limiting our full picture of resident outcomes. The uninsured rate of 12.2% runs slightly above the U.S. average, suggesting modest insurance gaps in this small county.

Small county, limited health reporting

Daniels County's uninsured rate of 12.2% edges above Montana's state average of 11.9%, indicating slightly higher coverage challenges in this sparsely populated area. Life expectancy data is not available, typical for Montana's smallest counties where statistical reporting faces population thresholds.

Mental health access, primary care unknown

Daniels County reports 61 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, lower than many Montana neighbors, suggesting potential barriers to behavioral health care. Primary care provider data remains unavailable, reflecting the data limitations common in Montana's most rural counties.

Coverage gaps in a small county

One in eight Daniels County residents (12.2%) lack health insurance, slightly above state average, putting them at risk for delayed or avoided care. Primary care access data is limited, but residents may need to travel to neighboring counties for specialized services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Daniels County, MT?
Daniels County has a health score of 54/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #33 out of 56 counties in Montana (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 Daniels County?
Life expectancy data for Daniels County is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Daniels County health compare to the Montana average?
Daniels County's health score of 54/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. The uninsured rate is 12.2% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Daniels County?
Key health factors for Daniels County include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (12.2%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). Mental health provider access is 61:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Daniels County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 54/100 ("Below Average"), Daniels County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Montana. 12.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Daniels County healthier than the Montana average?
Daniels County's health score of 54/100 exceeds the Montana average of 54/100. 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.