Granite County Health Data

Granite County, Montana

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

59/100

Average

Life Expectancy

80.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.0 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.1%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

30

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

56

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.1%

State avg 17.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Dentists

29.2

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

87.7

per 100K residents

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 Granite County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGraniteState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity30.6%33.5%37.6%2.9 pts better than state
Diabetes8.4%9.0%11.2%0.6 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure29.4%29.5%33.5%near state average
Depression24.7%25.5%24.1%0.8 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGraniteState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.1%16.0%16.3%0.9 pts better than state
Binge Drinking23.0%22.2%17.8%0.8 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity21.4%22.1%27.0%0.7 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGraniteState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup68.4%68.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)60.7%60.1%57.3%0.6 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.3%71.9%73.3%1.4 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureGraniteState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.7%19.2%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration33.1%33.4%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Granite County nationally on obesity.

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

Data Story

Granite County Primary Care Availability Below National Median

Health data brief for Granite County, Montana.

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

Granite County has 30 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is less than half the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is also lower than the national median, with 56 providers per 100,000 residents compared to 250 nationally. Conversely, life expectancy in the county is 80.0 years, which is higher than the Montana state average of 76.3 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 14.1%, which is higher than both the state average of 11.9% and the national rate of 10%. Additionally, 17.1% of residents report poor or fair health, aligning closely with the national average of 17.0%. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Granite 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.

Granite County Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(406) 859-3271
310 Sansome St, Philipsburg, MT 59858
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

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 Granite County, MT?
Granite County has a health score of 59/100, rated "Average." It ranks #25 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 Granite County?
Life expectancy in Granite County is 80.0 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Granite County above the state average.
How does Granite County health compare to the Montana average?
Granite County's health score of 59/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 80.0 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 14.1% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Granite County?
Key health factors for Granite County include: life expectancy (80.0 years), uninsured rate (14.1%), and primary care physician access (30:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 56:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Granite County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 59/100 ("Average"), Granite County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.0 years. 14.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Granite County healthier than the Montana average?
Granite County's health score of 59/100 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. Granite County has better primary care access (30:1 ratio) than the state average (68:1).

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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.