Richland County Health Data
Richland County, Montana
Health Score
64/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.8%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.2 yr
State avg 76.3 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.8%
State avg 11.9%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
27
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
143
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Richland County, Montana
Richland's health mirrors national averages
Richland County's life expectancy of 76.2 years sits near the U.S. average of 76.4 years, while its 15% poor/fair health rate falls between national (17%) and state averages. This suggests Richland residents experience middling health outcomes compared to the broader country.
Just below Montana's average lifespan
Richland County's 76.2-year life expectancy trails Montana's 76.3-year average by just 0.1 years, placing it squarely in the state's middle tier. At 9.8% uninsured—well below the 11.9% state average—the county has better insurance coverage than most of Montana.
Primary care access is a local challenge
With only 27 primary care providers per 100K, Richland faces one of the lowest provider densities in rural Montana, comparable to Sheridan County's 28 per 100K. Mental health providers at 143 per 100K also lag significantly behind better-resourced neighbors like Ravalli (262 per 100K) and Sanders (278 per 100K).
Good insurance rates, tight provider network
Richland's 9.8% uninsured rate is a strength, but residents may face longer wait times or travel for primary care given the county's 27 providers per 100K. For mental health needs, access is particularly limited compared to neighboring counties.
Secure coverage before you need it
Though Richland has strong insurance enrollment, the 9.8% uninsured rate means some residents still lack coverage. Head to Healthcare.gov to explore affordable options and ensure your family is protected.
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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.