Bon Homme County Health Data

Bon Homme County, South Dakota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

67/100

Average

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

76.6 yr

State avg 75.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.1%

State avg 11.1%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

57

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Poor / Fair Health

15.1%

State avg 16.0%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

42.7

per 100K residentsCDC: 57.0 per 100K

Dentists

28.5

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

56.9

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 Bon Homme County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureBon HommeState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.5%37.2%37.6%near state average
Diabetes10.7%11.1%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure32.0%30.7%33.5%1.3 pts worse than state
Depression20.5%21.9%24.1%1.4 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureBon HommeState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.6%18.3%16.3%near state average
Binge Drinking21.7%19.9%17.8%1.8 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity25.2%25.3%27.0%near state average

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureBon HommeState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.1%73.6%74.9%1.5 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)65.2%64.7%57.3%near state average
Mammography (women 50–74)74.6%75.1%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureBon HommeState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.5%17.2%18.6%0.7 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration30.7%31.9%37.3%1.2 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Bon Homme County nationally on binge drinking.

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

Data Story

Bon Homme County Reports Lower Uninsured Rate Than State Average

Health data brief for Bon Homme County, South Dakota.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

In Bon Homme County, the uninsured rate is 9.1%, which is lower than the South Dakota state rate of 11.1% and the national rate of 10%. Residents of the county have a life expectancy of 76.6 years, which is higher than the state average of 75.4 years but slightly lower than the national average of 77 years. The rate of residents reporting poor or fair health is 15.1%, which is lower than the national average of 17%. In terms of clinical access, the county has 57 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 per 100,000. Data for mental health provider ratios was not reported. All metrics are verbatim from the CDC and Census Bureau. Explore more about South Dakota health data.

Get Care in Bon Homme County, South Dakota

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.

Landmann Jungman Memorial Hospital Corporation

ER
Not rated by CMS
(605) 583-2226
600 Billars St, Scotland, SD 57059
Rural Emergency HospitalVoluntary non-profit - Private

St Michael's Hospital - Cah

ER
Not rated by CMS
(605) 589-2100
410 W 16th Ave, Tyndall, SD 57066
Critical Access HospitalsGovernment - Local

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 Bon Homme County, SD?
Bon Homme County has a health score of 67/100, rated "Average." It ranks #39 out of 66 counties in South Dakota (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 Bon Homme County?
Life expectancy in Bon Homme County is 76.6 years. The South Dakota state average is 75.4 years, making Bon Homme County above the state average.
How does Bon Homme County health compare to the South Dakota average?
Bon Homme County's health score of 67/100 is above the South Dakota average of 60/100. Life expectancy is 76.6 years vs. the state average of 75.4 years. The uninsured rate is 9.1% vs. 11.1% statewide.
What health factors affect Bon Homme County?
Key health factors for Bon Homme County include: life expectancy (76.6 years), uninsured rate (9.1%), and primary care physician access (57:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bon Homme County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 67/100 ("Average"), Bon Homme County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in South Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.6 years. 9.1% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Bon Homme County healthier than the South Dakota average?
Bon Homme County's health score of 67/100 exceeds the South Dakota average of 60/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Bon Homme County has better primary care access (57:1 ratio) than the state average (62:1).

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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.