Roosevelt County Health Data

Roosevelt County, Montana

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

9/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

60.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

60.4 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

13.4%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

65

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

204

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

28.2%

State avg 17.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

56.3

per 100K residentsCDC: 64.7 per 100K

Dentists

37.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

46.9

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 Roosevelt County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureRooseveltState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.3%33.5%37.6%7.8 pts worse than state
Diabetes13.5%9.0%11.2%4.5 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure35.4%29.5%33.5%5.9 pts worse than state
Depression26.9%25.5%24.1%1.4 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureRooseveltState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking23.7%16.0%16.3%7.7 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking18.5%22.2%17.8%3.7 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity29.5%22.1%27.0%7.4 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureRooseveltState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup68.5%68.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)46.5%60.1%57.3%13.6 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)65.7%71.9%73.3%6.2 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureRooseveltState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress22.7%19.2%18.6%3.5 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration42.5%33.4%37.3%9.1 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Roosevelt 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

Life Expectancy in Roosevelt County Significantly Trails National Averages

Health data brief for Roosevelt County, Montana.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy in Roosevelt County is 60.4 years, which is substantially lower than the national average of 77 years and the Montana state average of 76.3 years. In addition to this difference, 28.2% of adults in the county report being in poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate for the county is 13.4%, exceeding the state average of 11.9% and the national benchmark of 10%. Access to providers includes 65 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, close to the national median of 70. Mental health provider availability is 204 per 100,000, which is below the national median of 250. These figures represent recorded outcomes and access levels as reported by federal and state agencies. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Roosevelt 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.

Poplar Community Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(406) 768-6100
211 H St E, Poplar, MT 59255
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Roosevelt Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(406) 787-6401
818 2nd Ave E, Culbertson, MT 59218
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Trinity Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(406) 653-2100
315 Knapp St, Wolf Point, MT 59201
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 Roosevelt County, MT?
Roosevelt County has a health score of 9/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #56 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 Roosevelt County?
Life expectancy in Roosevelt County is 60.4 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Roosevelt County below the state average.
How does Roosevelt County health compare to the Montana average?
Roosevelt County's health score of 9/100 is below the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 60.4 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 13.4% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Roosevelt County?
Key health factors for Roosevelt County include: life expectancy (60.4 years), uninsured rate (13.4%), and primary care physician access (65:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 204:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Roosevelt County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 9/100 ("Below Average"), Roosevelt County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 60.4 years. 13.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Roosevelt County?
Roosevelt County's health score of 9/100 is below the Montana average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 13.4% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.