Meagher County Health Data

Meagher County, Montana

Health Score

67/100

Average

Life Expectancy

80.8 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.8 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

14.8%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

102

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

97

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Meagher County, Montana

Meagher's life expectancy tops the nation

At 80.8 years, Meagher County residents live over 3 years longer than the U.S. average of 77.6 years. Just 13.9% report poor or fair health—well below the national 16.5%—reflecting strong preventive care and disease management across the county.

Montana's second-best health outcomes

Meagher County's 80.8-year life expectancy ranks among Montana's highest, exceeding the state average of 76.3 by over 4 years. Its 14.8% uninsured rate runs above Montana's 11.9% average, but overall health outcomes remain excellent.

Excellent primary care and mental health

Meagher County operates 102 primary care providers per 100K—the second-highest among surveyed counties—plus 97 mental health providers per 100K. This robust provider network enables strong preventive care and mental health support across the rural community.

Well-resourced providers serve most residents

With 102 primary care providers and 97 mental health providers per 100K, Meagher County punches above its weight in rural healthcare delivery. Still, 14.8% of residents lack insurance, meaning some go without needed preventive and urgent care.

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At 14.8% uninsured, Meagher County trails behind in coverage despite strong providers and health outcomes. Explore Healthcare.gov or call local clinics to find affordable plans—coverage ensures you can use those excellent local providers when you need them most.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Meagher County, MT?
Meagher County has a health score of 67/100, rated "Average." It ranks #14 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 Meagher County?
Life expectancy in Meagher County is 80.8 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Meagher County above the state average.
How does Meagher County health compare to the Montana average?
Meagher County's health score of 67/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 80.8 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 14.8% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Meagher County?
Key health factors for Meagher County include: life expectancy (80.8 years), uninsured rate (14.8%), and primary care physician access (102:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 97:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Meagher County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 67/100 ("Average"), Meagher County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.8 years. 14.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Meagher County healthier than the Montana average?
Meagher County's health score of 67/100 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.