Mineral County Health Data

Mineral County, Montana

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

59/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.4 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.7%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

41

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

295

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.7%

State avg 17.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

41.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 41.2 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

20.9

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 Mineral County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMineralState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity35.8%33.5%37.6%2.3 pts worse than state
Diabetes8.8%9.0%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure29.3%29.5%33.5%near state average
Depression26.1%25.5%24.1%0.6 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMineralState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.6%16.0%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking22.2%22.2%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity22.3%22.1%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMineralState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup67.8%68.4%74.9%0.6 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)60.0%60.1%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)72.8%71.9%73.3%0.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMineralState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.0%19.2%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration34.4%33.4%37.3%1.0 pts worse than state

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

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

Data Story

Lower Primary Care Provider Ratio Reported in Mineral County

Health data brief for Mineral County, Montana.

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

Mineral County has 41 primary care providers for every 100,000 residents, a figure notably lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Conversely, the concentration of mental health providers is higher than the national median, reaching 295 providers per 100,000. The life expectancy in the county is 77.4 years, which is higher than the Montana state average of 76.3 years and slightly above the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate stands at 11.7%, nearly matching the Montana average of 11.9% but higher than the 10% national average. Adult residents report a poor or fair health rate of 16.7%, which is consistent with the national average of 17%. These figures provide a detailed view of how provider availability and health outcomes in the county compare to state and national standards. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Mineral 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.

Mineral Community Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(406) 822-4841
1208 6th Ave E, Superior, MT 59872
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 Mineral County, MT?
Mineral County has a health score of 59/100, rated "Average." It ranks #26 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 Mineral County?
Life expectancy in Mineral County is 77.4 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Mineral County above the state average.
How does Mineral County health compare to the Montana average?
Mineral County's health score of 59/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 77.4 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 11.7% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Mineral County?
Key health factors for Mineral County include: life expectancy (77.4 years), uninsured rate (11.7%), and primary care physician access (41:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 295:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Mineral County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 59/100 ("Average"), Mineral County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.4 years. 11.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Mineral County healthier than the Montana average?
Mineral 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. Mineral County has better primary care access (41:1 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.