Petroleum County Health Data

Petroleum County, Montana

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

15.2%

State avg 17.2%

National avg 19.6%

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 Petroleum County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasurePetroleumState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity32.9%33.5%37.6%0.6 pts better than state
Diabetes8.2%9.0%11.2%0.8 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure28.5%29.5%33.5%1.0 pts better than state
Depression24.4%25.5%24.1%1.1 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasurePetroleumState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.6%16.0%16.3%1.4 pts better than state
Binge Drinking23.0%22.2%17.8%0.8 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity20.6%22.1%27.0%1.5 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasurePetroleumState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup67.5%68.4%74.9%0.9 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)62.5%60.1%57.3%2.4 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.3%71.9%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasurePetroleumState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.3%19.2%18.6%0.9 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration32.9%33.4%37.3%near state average

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Petroleum County nationally on dental visit (past year).

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

Data Story

Petroleum County reports uninsured rate lower than state and national figures

Health data brief for Petroleum County, Montana.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

The uninsured rate for residents under age 65 in Petroleum County stands at 6.3%, which is lower than the Montana state rate of 11.9% and the national rate of 10%. Among those surveyed, 15.2% of adults report being in poor or fair health, which is less than the national figure of 17%. Health provider data for primary care and mental health is not available for this county in current federal registries, nor is life expectancy data. In neighboring jurisdictions and across Montana, the state life expectancy is 76.3 years, while the national average is 77 years. This data represents individual county metrics compiled from federal surveys. Explore more Montana health data from the CDC.

Get Care in Petroleum 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.

Hospitals near you

No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Petroleum County.

This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.

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 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 not available in the current dataset.
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 (—), uninsured rate (6.3%), and primary care physician access (—). 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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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.