Stillwater County Health Data

Stillwater County, Montana

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

75/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.0%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

76

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

12.2%

State avg 17.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

22.1

per 100K residentsCDC: 33.2 per 100K

Dentists

11.0

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

33.1

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 Stillwater County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureStillwaterState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity29.9%33.5%37.6%3.6 pts better than state
Diabetes7.7%9.0%11.2%1.3 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure27.2%29.5%33.5%2.3 pts better than state
Depression24.7%25.5%24.1%0.8 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureStillwaterState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.2%16.0%16.3%2.8 pts better than state
Binge Drinking22.5%22.2%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity19.0%22.1%27.0%3.1 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureStillwaterState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup68.4%68.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)68.3%60.1%57.3%8.2 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)72.0%71.9%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureStillwaterState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress17.8%19.2%18.6%1.4 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration32.9%33.4%37.3%near state average

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

Mental Health Provider Access in Stillwater County Lags National Median

Health data brief for Stillwater County, Montana.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Mental health access

Stillwater County has 76 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, a figure significantly lower than the national median of 250 per 100,000. The primary care provider ratio is also lower than national figures, with 33 providers per 100,000 residents compared to the national median of 70. However, the county's uninsured rate of 9.0% is lower than both the state average of 11.9% and the national average of 10%. Life expectancy in Stillwater is 77.5 years, which is higher than the Montana average of 76.3 years and the national average of 77 years. Only 12.2% of residents report poor or fair health, which is a lower rate than the national average of 17%. These metrics describe the current state of health outcomes and clinical access for the county. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Stillwater 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.

Stillwater Billings Clinic

ER
Not rated by CMS
(406) 322-5316
710 N 11th St, Columbus, MT 59019
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 Stillwater County, MT?
Stillwater County has a health score of 75/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #7 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 Stillwater County?
Life expectancy in Stillwater County is 77.5 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Stillwater County above the state average.
How does Stillwater County health compare to the Montana average?
Stillwater County's health score of 75/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 77.5 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 9.0% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Stillwater County?
Key health factors for Stillwater County include: life expectancy (77.5 years), uninsured rate (9.0%), and primary care physician access (33:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 76:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Stillwater County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 75/100 ("Excellent"), Stillwater County is one of the healthier counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.5 years. 9.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Stillwater County healthier than the Montana average?
Stillwater County's health score of 75/100 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. Stillwater County has better primary care access (33:1 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.