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 | Powell County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.0 | 79.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 7.6% | 8.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Powell County is 78.0 years, about 1.0 years shorter than the Montana average of 79.0 years.
The uninsured population in Powell County is 7.6%, lower than the Montana average of 8.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Powell County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.6% | 10.8% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.4% | 7.7% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.7% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 32.4% | 31.4% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 14.8% | 14.7% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Powell County are about the same as in Montana.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Powell County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 20.1% | 18.8% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% | 19.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 23.5% | 22.5% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Powell County are about the same as in Montana.
Air Quality
| Metric | Powell County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.47 | 4.05 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 3.5 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Powell County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Powell 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 Powell County, Montana.
What is the health grade for Powell County, Montana?
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Is Powell County, Montana one of the healthiest counties in Montana?
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What is the life expectancy in Powell County, Montana?
The life expectancy in Powell County, Montana is 78.0 years, lower than the Montana average of 79.0 years.
What percentage of Powell County, Montana residents are uninsured?
7.6% of Powell County, Montana residents are uninsured, lower than the Montana average of 8.4%.
What percentage of Powell County, Montana residents are obese?
32.4% of Powell County, Montana residents are classified as obese, higher than the Montana average of 31.4%.