Silver Bow County Health Data

Silver Bow County, Montana

Health Score

55/100

Average

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.1 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.7%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

79

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

594

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Silver Bow County, Montana

Silver Bow trails U.S. health benchmarks

Silver Bow County's life expectancy of 74.1 years falls 2.3 years short of the U.S. average of 76.4 years, while its 15.5% poor/fair health rate outperforms the national average of 17%. The county shows mixed performance relative to the nation as a whole.

Below-average lifespan, strong insurance

Silver Bow County's 74.1-year life expectancy trails Montana's 76.3-year average by 2.2 years, yet its 9.7% uninsured rate significantly beats the state average of 11.9%. This suggests healthcare coverage isn't the primary barrier to health in Silver Bow.

Standout mental health provider network

Silver Bow's 594 mental health providers per 100K is exceptional—nearly double the availability in surrounding counties and far exceeding the state's typical rural levels. However, its 79 primary care providers per 100K provides solid primary care access without being exceptional.

Strong coverage, specialized support strength

With only 9.7% uninsured and an exceptional network of 594 mental health providers per 100K, Silver Bow residents have excellent access to behavioral health services. Yet the county's below-average life expectancy suggests other factors—such as lifestyle, environmental, or social determinants—may be limiting overall health outcomes.

Maintain insurance for better outcomes

Silver Bow's strong insurance enrollment of 90.3% shows the power of coverage—especially as you access the county's robust mental health services. If you're among the 9.7% uninsured, visit Healthcare.gov to secure a plan today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Silver Bow County, MT?
Silver Bow County has a health score of 55/100, rated "Average." It ranks #31 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 Silver Bow County?
Life expectancy in Silver Bow County is 74.1 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Silver Bow County below the state average.
How does Silver Bow County health compare to the Montana average?
Silver Bow County's health score of 55/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 74.1 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 9.7% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Silver Bow County?
Key health factors for Silver Bow County include: life expectancy (74.1 years), uninsured rate (9.7%), and primary care physician access (79:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 594:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Silver Bow County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 55/100 ("Average"), Silver Bow County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.1 years. 9.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Silver Bow County healthier than the Montana average?
Silver Bow County's health score of 55/100 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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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.