Overall Health Rating
The Map AI Health Index is a score that reflects local life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment to help you quickly compare the overall health and well-being of different areas.
General Health Overview
| Metric | Dawson County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 80.4 | 79.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.4% | 8.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Dawson County is 80.4 years, about 1.4 years longer than the Montana average of 79.0 years.
The uninsured population in Dawson County is 5.4%, lower than the Montana average of 8.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Dawson County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.0% | 10.8% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.6% | 7.7% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.1% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 33.9% | 31.4% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.9% | 14.7% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Dawson County are about the same as in Montana.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Dawson County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.3% | 18.8% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% | 19.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 22.0% | 22.5% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Dawson County are about the same as in Montana.
Air Quality
| Metric | Dawson County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.97 | 4.05 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.0 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Dawson County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Dawson County, Montana has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Montana, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Dawson County, Montana.
What is the health grade for Dawson County, Montana?
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Is Dawson County, Montana one of the healthiest counties in Montana?
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What is the life expectancy in Dawson County, Montana?
The life expectancy in Dawson County, Montana is 80.4 years, higher than the Montana average of 79.0 years.
What percentage of Dawson County, Montana residents are uninsured?
5.4% of Dawson County, Montana residents are uninsured, lower than the Montana average of 8.4%.
What percentage of Dawson County, Montana residents are obese?
33.9% of Dawson County, Montana residents are classified as obese, higher than the Montana average of 31.4%.