Gallatin County Health Data

Gallatin County, Montana

Health Score

85/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

82.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

82.0 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.0%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

78

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

477

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Gallatin County, Montana

Gallatin dominates national health rankings

At 82.0 years, Gallatin County residents live 5.6 years longer than the U.S. average of 76.4 years—extraordinary longevity that rivals the world's healthiest regions. Just 12.7% report poor or fair health, the lowest rate among these eight counties, reflecting remarkable health vitality.

Montana's health miracle

Gallatin County's life expectancy of 82.0 years runs 5.7 years above Montana's state average of 76.3 years, a stunning gap that sets it apart from all other Montana counties. The uninsured rate of 8.0% is the lowest in the state group, indicating nearly universal coverage.

Strong provider infrastructure, high income

Gallatin County offers 78 primary care providers and 477 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, solid densities supporting accessible care. The county's exceptional health outcomes likely reflect not just providers but also higher education levels, median income, and strong community resources.

Coverage gap almost vanishes

Only 8.0% of Gallatin County residents lack health insurance—the best coverage rate among these eight counties—and combined with 78 primary care providers per 100,000, this creates near-universal care access. This alignment between insurance, provider supply, and wealth strongly predicts the county's exceptional 82-year life expectancy.

Complete Gallatin's coverage success

If you're among the 8.0% of Gallatin County residents without health insurance, affordable plans are available through Healthcare.gov and Montana's marketplace. Enrollment closes your final gap to the comprehensive care that enables Gallatin's remarkable 82-year life expectancy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Gallatin County, MT?
Gallatin County has a health score of 85/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #1 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 Gallatin County?
Life expectancy in Gallatin County is 82.0 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Gallatin County above the state average.
How does Gallatin County health compare to the Montana average?
Gallatin County's health score of 85/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 82.0 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 8.0% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Gallatin County?
Key health factors for Gallatin County include: life expectancy (82.0 years), uninsured rate (8.0%), and primary care physician access (78:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 477:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Gallatin County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 85/100 ("Excellent"), Gallatin County is one of the healthier counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 82.0 years. 8.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Gallatin County healthier than the Montana average?
Gallatin County's health score of 85/100 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.