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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Missoula County, MT?
Missoula County has a health score of 76/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #6 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 Missoula County?
Life expectancy in Missoula County is 78.6 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Missoula County above the state average.
How does Missoula County health compare to the Montana average?
Missoula County's health score of 76/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 78.6 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 9.0% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Missoula County?
Key health factors for Missoula County include: life expectancy (78.6 years), uninsured rate (9.0%), and primary care physician access (115:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 659:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Missoula County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 76/100 ("Excellent"), Missoula County is one of the healthier counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 78.6 years. 9.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Missoula County healthier than the Montana average?
Missoula County's health score of 76/100 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.