Teton County Health Data

Teton County, Montana

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

63/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.7 yr

State avg 76.3 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.5%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

32

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

171

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

15.9%

State avg 17.2%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

31.8

per 100K residentsCDC: 31.9 per 100K

Dentists

15.9

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 Teton County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureTetonState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity31.3%33.5%37.6%2.2 pts better than state
Diabetes8.3%9.0%11.2%0.7 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure28.1%29.5%33.5%1.4 pts better than state
Depression25.5%25.5%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureTetonState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.9%16.0%16.3%1.1 pts better than state
Binge Drinking22.0%22.2%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity21.9%22.1%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureTetonState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup67.3%68.4%74.9%1.1 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)61.4%60.1%57.3%1.3 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)67.0%71.9%73.3%4.9 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureTetonState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.2%19.2%18.6%near state average
Short Sleep Duration30.1%33.4%37.3%3.3 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Teton County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Teton County Primary Care Access Trails National Median

Health data brief for Teton County, Montana.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Primary care access

Teton County reports 32 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is less than half the national median of 70. This provider gap is accompanied by a mental health provider ratio of 171 per 100,000, also below the national median of 250. Despite these ratios, the local life expectancy of 77.7 years is higher than both the Montana state average of 76.3 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate sits at 11.5%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 11.9% but higher than the national 10% rate. Additionally, 15.9% of residents report being in poor or fair health, staying just under the national average of 17%. These figures are derived from combined census and health provider datasets. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Teton 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.

Benefis Teton Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(406) 466-5763
915 4th St Nw, Choteau, MT 59422
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 Teton County, MT?
Teton County has a health score of 63/100, rated "Average." It ranks #19 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 Teton County?
Life expectancy in Teton County is 77.7 years. The Montana state average is 76.3 years, making Teton County above the state average.
How does Teton County health compare to the Montana average?
Teton County's health score of 63/100 is above the Montana average of 54/100. Life expectancy is 77.7 years vs. the state average of 76.3 years. The uninsured rate is 11.5% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Teton County?
Key health factors for Teton County include: life expectancy (77.7 years), uninsured rate (11.5%), and primary care physician access (32:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 171:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Teton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 63/100 ("Average"), Teton County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Montana. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.7 years. 11.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Teton County healthier than the Montana average?
Teton County's health score of 63/100 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. Teton County has better primary care access (32:1 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.