Phillips County Health Data

Phillips County, Montana

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

56/100

Average

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.6%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

10.6%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

24

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

141

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.6%

State avg 17.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

47.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 23.9 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

23.7

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 Phillips County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasurePhillipsState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.0%33.5%37.6%5.5 pts worse than state
Diabetes8.8%9.0%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure28.1%29.5%33.5%1.4 pts better than state
Depression26.0%25.5%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasurePhillipsState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.8%16.0%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking23.0%22.2%17.8%0.8 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity22.7%22.1%27.0%0.6 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasurePhillipsState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup68.4%68.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)60.9%60.1%57.3%0.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)71.0%71.9%73.3%0.9 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasurePhillipsState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.6%19.2%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration36.0%33.4%37.3%2.6 pts worse than state

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

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

Data Story

Primary care provider ratio in Phillips County lower than national median

Health data brief for Phillips County, Montana.

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

Primary care providers in Phillips County measure at 24 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health providers are available at a rate of 141 per 100,000, compared to the national median of 250 per 100,000. Life expectancy in the county is 75.0 years, which is lower than the Montana state average of 76.3 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate for residents under age 65 is 10.6%, which is lower than the state mark of 11.9% but slightly higher than the national 10% rate. Additionally, 15.6% of adults report poor or fair health, a number that is lower than the national 17% level. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Phillips 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.

Phillips County Hospital - Cah

ER
Not rated by CMS
(406) 654-1100
311 S 8th Ave E, Malta, MT 59538
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

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 Phillips County, MT?
Phillips County has a health score of 56/100, rated "Average." It ranks #30 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 Phillips County?
Life expectancy in Phillips County is 75.0 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Phillips County below the state average.
How does Phillips County health compare to the Montana average?
Phillips County's health score of 56/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 75.0 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 10.6% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Phillips County?
Key health factors for Phillips County include: life expectancy (75.0 years), uninsured rate (10.6%), and primary care physician access (24:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 141:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Phillips County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 56/100 ("Average"), Phillips County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.0 years. 10.6% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Phillips County healthier than the Montana average?
Phillips County's health score of 56/100 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. Phillips County has better primary care access (24:1 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.