Sanders County Health Data

Sanders County, Montana

Health Score

41/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

75.0 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

16.5%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

77

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

278

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Sanders County, Montana

Sanders' health sits below U.S. average

Sanders County residents live 75 years on average—1.4 years less than the U.S. average of 76.4 years. With 17.1% reporting poor or fair health, the county slightly outperforms the national average of 17%, suggesting mixed outcomes relative to the country as a whole.

Below-average health, high uninsured rates

Sanders County's 75-year life expectancy trails Montana's 76.3-year average, and its 16.5% uninsured rate significantly exceeds the state average of 11.9%. This combination suggests healthcare access barriers play a real role in the county's health challenges.

Provider access doesn't solve coverage gaps

Sanders boasts strong primary care availability at 77 providers per 100K—among Montana's best—and excellent mental health support at 278 per 100K. Yet its 16.5% uninsured rate remains the highest among neighboring counties, suggesting financial barriers limit care access despite provider availability.

Insurance gaps undermine provider strength

With 16.5% of Sanders County uninsured, more than 1 in 6 residents face barriers accessing the county's robust provider network of 77 primary care and 278 mental health providers per 100K. Expanding insurance coverage could unlock better health outcomes from existing healthcare resources.

Close the coverage gap now

Sanders County's 16.5% uninsured rate is the state's highest—but coverage is within reach. Visit Healthcare.gov today to explore affordable plans and join the majority of your neighbors with insurance protection.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Sanders County, MT?
Sanders County has a health score of 41/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #44 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 Sanders County?
Life expectancy in Sanders County is 75.0 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Sanders County below the state average.
How does Sanders County health compare to the Montana average?
Sanders County's health score of 41/100 is below the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 75.0 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 16.5% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Sanders County?
Key health factors for Sanders County include: life expectancy (75.0 years), uninsured rate (16.5%), and primary care physician access (77:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 278:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Sanders County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 41/100 ("Below Average"), Sanders County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 75.0 years. 16.5% 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 Sanders County?
Sanders County's health score of 41/100 is below the Montana average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 16.5% 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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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.