Overall Health Rating
Less healthy than 88% of counties in Montana
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 | Phillips County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.6 | 79.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 7.5% | 8.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Phillips County is 78.6 years, about 0.4 years shorter than the Montana average of 79.0 years.
The uninsured population in Phillips County is 7.5%, lower than the Montana average of 8.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Phillips County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.8% | 10.8% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.3% | 7.7% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 8.3% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.1% | 31.4% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 15.9% | 14.7% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Phillips County are about the same as in Montana.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Phillips County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 19.7% | 18.8% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% | 19.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 26.2% | 22.5% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Phillips County is about 16% higher than in Montana.
Air Quality
| Metric | Phillips County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.17 | 4.05 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Phillips County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Phillips County, Montana has an overall health index grade of C, making it about on par with Montana, and about on par with the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Phillips County, Montana.
What is the health grade for Phillips County, Montana?
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Is Phillips County, Montana one of the healthiest counties in Montana?
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What is the life expectancy in Phillips County, Montana?
The life expectancy in Phillips County, Montana is 78.6 years, lower than the Montana average of 79.0 years.
What percentage of Phillips County, Montana residents are uninsured?
7.5% of Phillips County, Montana residents are uninsured, lower than the Montana average of 8.4%.
What percentage of Phillips County, Montana residents are obese?
31.1% of Phillips County, Montana residents are classified as obese, lower than the Montana average of 31.4%.