Fallon County Health Data

Fallon County, Montana

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

14.8%

State avg 17.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

35.5

per 100K residentsCDC: 99.4 per 100K

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Fallon County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureFallonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity31.4%33.5%37.6%2.1 pts better than state
Diabetes8.3%9.0%11.2%0.7 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure27.9%29.5%33.5%1.6 pts better than state
Depression25.1%25.5%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureFallonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.7%16.0%16.3%1.3 pts better than state
Binge Drinking22.9%22.2%17.8%0.7 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity22.0%22.1%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureFallonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup67.1%68.4%74.9%1.3 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)63.6%60.1%57.3%3.5 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)75.8%71.9%73.3%3.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureFallonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.2%19.2%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration33.9%33.4%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Fallon County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Fallon County Surpasses National Primary Care Benchmarks

Health data brief for Fallon County, Montana.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Fallon County maintains a primary care provider ratio of 99 per 100,000 residents, significantly higher than the national median of 70 per 100,000. The county’s health profile also features an uninsured rate of 9.3%, which is lower than both the Montana state average of 11.9% and the national average of 10%. Residents report a poor or fair health rate of 14.8%, which is lower than the national average of 17%. The life expectancy in Fallon County is 76.8 years, which is higher than the state average of 76.3 but remains slightly below the national average of 77 years. Data regarding mental health provider ratios for this county is currently unavailable in the federal registry. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology for data collection details.

Get Care in Fallon County, Montana

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Fallon Medical Complex Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(406) 778-3331
202 S 4th St W, Baker, MT 59313
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.