Fallon County Health Data

Fallon County, Montana

Health Score

68/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.8 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.3%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

99

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Fallon County, Montana

Fallon outpaces national health benchmarks

At 76.8 years, Fallon County residents live 0.4 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years, reflecting strong community health outcomes. Only 14.8% report poor or fair health—below national averages—indicating lower chronic disease prevalence in this resilient county.

Montana's health leader

Fallon County's life expectancy of 76.8 years ranks among Montana's best, exceeding the state average of 76.3 years by half a year. The county's uninsured rate of 9.3% also beats the state average of 11.9%, showing strong insurance coverage and health stability.

Exceptional primary care infrastructure

Fallon County leads its region with 99 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, the highest density among these eight counties and ensuring quick access to routine care. Mental health provider data is unavailable, but primary care strength suggests a well-resourced health system.

Strong coverage fuels preventive care

With only 9.3% uninsured—the lowest rate in this county group—nearly all Fallon residents have insurance access and can pursue preventive care. The county's 99 primary care providers per 100,000 ensures short waits and continuous care relationships that boost health outcomes.

Join Fallon's insured majority

If you're among the 9.3% of Fallon County residents without health insurance, coverage is within reach through Healthcare.gov or state marketplace options. Fallon's strong health outcomes show what insurance access and provider availability can achieve—you deserve the same protection.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Fallon County, MT?
Fallon County has a health score of 68/100, rated "Average." It ranks #13 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 Fallon County?
Life expectancy in Fallon County is 76.8 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Fallon County above the state average.
How does Fallon County health compare to the Montana average?
Fallon County's health score of 68/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 76.8 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 9.3% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Fallon County?
Key health factors for Fallon County include: life expectancy (76.8 years), uninsured rate (9.3%), and primary care physician access (99:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Fallon County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 68/100 ("Average"), Fallon County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.8 years. 9.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Fallon County healthier than the Montana average?
Fallon County's health score of 68/100 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.