Glacier County Health Data

Glacier County, Montana

Health Score

10/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

66.9 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

66.9 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

12.7%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

80

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

272

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Glacier County, Montana

Life expectancy trails national average

Glacier County residents live to 66.9 years on average—12 years below the U.S. average of 78.9 years and well below Montana's state average of 76.3 years. Nearly 1 in 3 residents (31.5%) report poor or fair health, more than half the national average of 21%.

Worst health outcomes in Montana

Glacier County ranks as the lowest-performing county in this eight-county Montana sample for life expectancy and health status. The 31.5% poor/fair health rate is by far the highest, and the 12.7% uninsured rate edges above Montana's 11.9% state average.

Significant health gap vs neighbors

At 66.9 years, Glacier County's life expectancy is nearly 13 years below Judith Basin County's 82.0 years and 9.4 years below Hill County's 72.9 years. The 31.5% poor/fair health rate is nearly double Garfield County's 17%, highlighting profound health disparities within the region.

Healthcare access exists but gaps remain

Glacier County has 80 primary care providers and 272 mental health providers per 100,000 residents—more mental health support than most peers. Yet 12.7% of residents lack health insurance, and the region's severe health outcomes suggest systemic barriers to care extend beyond provider availability.

Access coverage and preventive care

With over 1 in 3 residents in poor or fair health, securing insurance and regular checkups is critical in Glacier County. Explore Medicaid eligibility, marketplace plans, and federally qualified health centers at Healthcare.gov or by calling 1-800-318-2596.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Glacier County, MT?
Glacier County has a health score of 10/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #55 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 Glacier County?
Life expectancy in Glacier County is 66.9 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Glacier County below the state average.
How does Glacier County health compare to the Montana average?
Glacier County's health score of 10/100 is below the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 66.9 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 12.7% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Glacier County?
Key health factors for Glacier County include: life expectancy (66.9 years), uninsured rate (12.7%), and primary care physician access (80:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 272:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Glacier County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 10/100 ("Below Average"), Glacier County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 66.9 years. 12.7% 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 Glacier County?
Glacier County's health score of 10/100 is below the Montana average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 12.7% 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.