Montgomery County Health Data

Montgomery County, Tennessee

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

43/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.4%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

State avg 72.4 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

9.4%

State avg 11.9%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

40

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

235

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

19.8%

State avg 22.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

7.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 40.4 per 100K

Dentists

5.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

7.9

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 Montgomery County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.5%39.9%37.6%1.4 pts better than state
Diabetes11.8%12.3%11.2%near state average
High Blood Pressure36.3%37.1%33.5%0.8 pts better than state
Depression27.8%30.8%24.1%3.0 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking15.7%20.7%16.3%5.0 pts better than state
Binge Drinking15.4%15.6%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity24.5%28.4%27.0%3.9 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup77.6%75.4%74.9%2.2 pts better than state
Dental Visit (past year)59.3%54.4%57.3%4.9 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)74.8%71.9%73.3%2.9 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureMontgomeryState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress19.3%21.7%18.6%2.4 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration44.6%40.0%37.3%4.6 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Montgomery County nationally on current cigarette smoking.

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

Data Story

Uninsured Rate in Montgomery County Lower Than State Average

Health data brief for Montgomery County, Tennessee.

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

Montgomery County records an uninsured rate of 9.4%, which is lower than both the Tennessee state average of 11.9% and the national average of 10%. The county's life expectancy is 74.0 years, higher than the state average of 72.4 years but lower than the national average of 77 years. Approximately 19.8% of residents report poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Clinical provider ratios show 40 primary care providers and 235 mental health providers per 100,000 residents. These figures are lower than the national medians of 70 and 250 per 100,000, respectively. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Montgomery County, Tennessee

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.

Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville

ER
1/5
(931) 502-1000
651 Dunlop Lane, Clarksville, TN 37040
Acute Care HospitalsProprietary

Unity Psychiatric Care-clarksville

Not rated by CMS
(931) 538-6420
930 Professional Park Drive, Clarksville, TN 37040
PsychiatricProprietary

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, TN?
Montgomery County has a health score of 43/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #12 out of 95 counties in Tennessee (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 74.0 years. The Tennessee state average is 72.4 years, making Montgomery County above the state average.
How does Montgomery County health compare to the Tennessee average?
Montgomery County's health score of 43/100 is above the Tennessee average of 29/100. Life expectancy is 74.0 years vs. the state average of 72.4 years. The uninsured rate is 9.4% vs. 11.9% statewide.
What health factors affect Montgomery County?
Key health factors for Montgomery County include: life expectancy (74.0 years), uninsured rate (9.4%), and primary care physician access (40:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 235:1 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 43/100 ("Below Average"), Montgomery County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Tennessee. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.0 years. 9.4% 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 Tennessee average?
Montgomery County's health score of 43/100 exceeds the Tennessee average of 29/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Montgomery County has better primary care access (40:1 ratio) than the state average (44:1).

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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.