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 | Golden Valley County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 79.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 15.2% | 8.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Golden Valley County is 15.2%, higher than the Montana average of 8.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Golden Valley County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.9% | 10.8% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.4% | 7.7% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 8.7% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.6% | 31.4% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 15.7% | 14.7% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Golden Valley County are about the same as in Montana.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Golden Valley County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.7% | 18.8% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% | 19.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.0% | 22.5% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Golden Valley County are about the same as in Montana.
Air Quality
| Metric | Golden Valley County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.63 | 4.05 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 3.6 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Golden Valley County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Golden Valley County, Montana.
What percentage of Golden Valley County, Montana residents are uninsured?
15.2% of Golden Valley County, Montana residents are uninsured, higher than the Montana average of 8.4%.
What percentage of Golden Valley County, Montana residents are obese?
31.6% of Golden Valley County, Montana residents are classified as obese, higher than the Montana average of 31.4%.