Montgomery County Health Data

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

95/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

80.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.3%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.0 yr

State avg 76.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.3%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

131

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

457

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

13.5%

State avg 18.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

32.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 130.6 per 100K

Dentists

7.1

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

13.4

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 Montgomery County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.6%
Diabetes11.2%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Depression24.1%

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking16.3%
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity27.0%

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)70.2%62.2%57.3%8.0 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)78.3%76.5%73.3%1.8 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration37.2%39.4%37.3%2.2 pts better than state

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

Montgomery County Life Expectancy Reaches Eighty Years

Health data brief for Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Montgomery County residents have a life expectancy of 80.0 years, which is significantly higher than the Pennsylvania average of 76.4 years and the national average of 77 years. Other health indicators also differ from state and national norms, including an uninsured rate of 4.3%, which is lower than the 7.0% state average and the 10% national average. About 13.5% of the population reports poor or fair health, a figure lower than the national average of 17%. Clinical access is higher than national medians, with 131 primary care providers and 457 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, compared to national benchmarks of 70 and 250, respectively. These figures provide a comparison of the county’s status relative to broader benchmarks. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

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.

Bryn Mawr Hospital

ER
5/5
(610) 526-3000
130 South Bryn Mawr Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Suburban Community Hospital

ER
4/5
(610) 278-2000
2701 Dekalb Pike, Norristown, PA 19401
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Main Line Hospital Lankenau

ER
4/5
(610) 645-2000
100 Lancaster Ave, Wynnewood, PA 19096
Acute Care 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 Montgomery County, PA?
Montgomery County has a health score of 95/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #1 out of 67 counties in Pennsylvania (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 Montgomery County?
Life expectancy in Montgomery County is 80.0 years. The Pennsylvania state average is 76.4 years, making Montgomery County above the state average.
How does Montgomery County health compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Montgomery County's health score of 95/100 is above the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 80.0 years vs. the state average of 76.4 years. The uninsured rate is 4.3% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Montgomery County?
Key health factors for Montgomery County include: life expectancy (80.0 years), uninsured rate (4.3%), and primary care physician access (131:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 457:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Montgomery County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 95/100 ("Excellent"), Montgomery County is one of the healthier counties in Pennsylvania. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.0 years. 4.3% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Montgomery County healthier than the Pennsylvania average?
Montgomery County's health score of 95/100 exceeds the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors.

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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.