Montour County Health Data

Montour County, Pennsylvania

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

76/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.5 yr

State avg 76.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

4.4%

State avg 7.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

581

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

638

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

18.1%

State avg 18.1%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

66.4

per 100K residentsCDC: 580.5 per 100K

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

11.1

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 Montour County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

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

Health-risk behaviors

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

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMontourState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup74.9%
Dental Visit (past year)63.0%62.2%57.3%0.8 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)80.4%76.5%73.3%3.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMontourState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.6%
Short Sleep Duration38.0%39.4%37.3%1.4 pts better than state

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

Montour County Primary Care Density Far Exceeds National Median

Health data brief for Montour County, Pennsylvania.

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

Montour County has a primary care provider ratio of 581 per 100,000 residents, which is more than eight times the national median of 70. The county also reports a mental health provider ratio of 638 per 100,000, which is more than double the national median of 250. Life expectancy in the county is 77.5 years, exceeding both the state average of 76.4 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate is 4.4%, sitting below the Pennsylvania average of 7.0% and the national average of 10%. Despite these provider levels, 18.1% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. These figures illustrate the county's specific health and clinical characteristics. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Montour 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.

Geisinger Medical Center

ER
4/5
(570) 271-6211
100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Danville State Hospital

Not rated by CMS
(570) 271-4500
50 Kirkbride Drive, Danville, PA 17821
PsychiatricGovernment - State

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 Montour County, PA?
Montour County has a health score of 76/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #13 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 Montour County?
Life expectancy in Montour County is 77.5 years. The Pennsylvania state average is 76.4 years, making Montour County above the state average.
How does Montour County health compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Montour County's health score of 76/100 is above the Pennsylvania average of 65/100. Life expectancy is 77.5 years vs. the state average of 76.4 years. The uninsured rate is 4.4% vs. 7.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Montour County?
Key health factors for Montour County include: life expectancy (77.5 years), uninsured rate (4.4%), and primary care physician access (581:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 638:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Montour County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 76/100 ("Excellent"), Montour County is one of the healthier counties in Pennsylvania. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.5 years. 4.4% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Montour County healthier than the Pennsylvania average?
Montour County's health score of 76/100 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.