Missoula County Health Data
Missoula County, Montana
Health Score
76/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
78.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
78.6 yr
State avg 76.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.0%
State avg 11.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
115
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
659
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Missoula County, Montana
Missoula lives better than America
At 78.6 years, Missoula County residents live over a year longer than the U.S. average of 77.6 years. With 13.9% reporting poor or fair health—below the national 16.5%—the county benefits from strong healthcare systems and engaged communities.
Montana's healthiest urban center
Missoula County's 78.6-year life expectancy ranks among Montana's best, exceeding the state average of 76.3 by over 2 years. Its 9.0% uninsured rate is the lowest among surveyed Montana counties, reflecting robust coverage and economic opportunity.
Unmatched provider density statewide
Missoula County leads Montana with 115 primary care providers per 100K and 659 mental health providers per 100K—far exceeding any peer county. This density reflects the presence of the University of Montana and regional medical hub status.
Premier access, minimal coverage gaps
With 115 primary care and 659 mental health providers per 100K, Missoula County operates Montana's most robust healthcare infrastructure. At just 9% uninsured—the lowest in the state—nearly every resident has a path to care.
Even Missoula has uninsured residents
Though Missoula County's 9% uninsured rate leads Montana, 1 in 11 residents still lack coverage. Check Healthcare.gov or visit your local health center to explore plans—access to primary and mental health care is strongest when everyone has insurance.
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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.