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 | Richland County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.2 | 79.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.1% | 8.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Richland County is 78.2 years, about 0.8 years shorter than the Montana average of 79.0 years.
The uninsured population in Richland County is 6.1%, lower than the Montana average of 8.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Richland County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 8.9% | 10.8% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.0% | 7.7% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.3% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.4% | 31.4% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 11.9% | 14.7% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Richland County is about 19% lower than in Montana. The rate of diabetes in Richland County is about 18% lower than in Montana. The rate of heart disease in Richland County is about 17% lower than in Montana.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Richland County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.9% | 18.8% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% | 19.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 21.4% | 22.5% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Richland County are about the same as in Montana.
Air Quality
| Metric | Richland County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.93 | 4.05 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 3.9 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Richland County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Richland 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 Richland County, Montana.
What is the health grade for Richland County, Montana?
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Is Richland County, Montana one of the healthiest counties in Montana?
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What is the life expectancy in Richland County, Montana?
The life expectancy in Richland County, Montana is 78.2 years, lower than the Montana average of 79.0 years.
What percentage of Richland County, Montana residents are uninsured?
6.1% of Richland County, Montana residents are uninsured, lower than the Montana average of 8.4%.
What percentage of Richland County, Montana residents are obese?
36.4% of Richland County, Montana residents are classified as obese, higher than the Montana average of 31.4%.