Wibaux County Health Data

Wibaux County, Montana

Health Score

46/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

12.4%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Wibaux County, Montana

Limited data obscures Wibaux health

Wibaux County's life expectancy is unavailable, but the 17.5% poor/fair health rate exceeds the national average of 17.1%, suggesting health challenges. Comprehensive data collection would help clarify resident health trends in this small county.

Above-average poor/fair health rate

Wibaux's 17.5% poor/fair health rate exceeds Montana's state average of around 16.5%, indicating higher rates of self-reported poor or fair health. Life expectancy data is unavailable, limiting full state-level comparison.

Mid-range health among peers

Wibaux's 17.5% poor/fair health rate falls between healthier counties like Sweet Grass (13.4%) and sicker counties like Toole (19.5%) and Wheatland (19.1%). Without life expectancy data, full regional health ranking remains incomplete.

Uninsured gap and data gaps

Wibaux's 12.4% uninsured rate is slightly above the state average of 11.9%, though primary care and mental health provider data are unavailable. These missing data points highlight the challenges of healthcare infrastructure in very small rural communities.

Get covered in Wibaux County

Wibaux residents without insurance should enroll in Montana Medicaid or marketplace plans immediately through health.mt.gov or healthcare.gov. Community health centers may provide services on a sliding scale regardless of insurance status.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Wibaux County, MT?
Wibaux County has a health score of 46/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #40 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 Wibaux County?
Life expectancy data for Wibaux County is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Wibaux County health compare to the Montana average?
Wibaux County's health score of 46/100 is below the Montana average of 54/100. The uninsured rate is 12.4% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Wibaux County?
Key health factors for Wibaux County include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (12.4%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Wibaux County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 46/100 ("Below Average"), Wibaux County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Montana. 12.4% 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 Wibaux County?
Wibaux County's health score of 46/100 is below the Montana average of 54/100. The uninsured rate of 12.4% 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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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.