Petroleum County Health Data

Petroleum County, Montana

Health Score

82/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

6.3%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Petroleum County, Montana

Limited data, but health concerns present

While Petroleum County's life expectancy data is not currently available, the county's 15.2% poor/fair health rate sits below the national average of 16%, suggesting generally adequate population health. This metric offers a partial but meaningful glimpse into resident health status in this sparsely populated county.

Below-average poor health reporting

Petroleum County's 15.2% poor/fair health rate ranks favorably compared to Montana's profile, falling below the state's typical range and suggesting relatively good self-reported health. Complete life expectancy data for this small county remains unavailable, limiting a full state-level comparison.

Health outcomes comparable to region

Petroleum County's 15.2% poor/fair health rate aligns with nearby Phillips County (15.6%) and slightly exceeds Musselshell (17.6%), placing it in the middle of regional health outcomes. Data limitations prevent direct life expectancy comparisons with neighboring counties.

Best-insured but limited provider data

Petroleum County stands out with the lowest uninsured rate among these eight counties at just 6.3%, meaning 94% of residents have health coverage. Data on primary care and mental health provider availability is not currently published for this county, suggesting limited resources relative to larger regional centers.

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Petroleum County's outstanding 6.3% uninsured rate reflects strong community health insurance uptake—keep that momentum going. Visit Healthcare.gov during open enrollment to ensure your coverage remains current and meets your family's needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Petroleum County, MT?
Petroleum County has a health score of 82/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #2 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 Petroleum County?
Life expectancy data for Petroleum County is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Petroleum County health compare to the Montana average?
Petroleum County's health score of 82/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. The uninsured rate is 6.3% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Petroleum County?
Key health factors for Petroleum County include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (6.3%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Petroleum County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 82/100 ("Excellent"), Petroleum County is one of the healthier counties in Montana. 6.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Petroleum County healthier than the Montana average?
Petroleum County's health score of 82/100 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.