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 | Silver Bow County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 75.7 | 79.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.6% | 8.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Silver Bow County is 75.7 years, about 3.3 years shorter than the Montana average of 79.0 years.
The uninsured population in Silver Bow County is 6.6%, lower than the Montana average of 8.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Silver Bow County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.0% | 10.8% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.1% | 7.7% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.9% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 29.8% | 31.4% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 14.3% | 14.7% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Silver Bow County are about the same as in Montana.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Silver Bow County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.7% | 18.8% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% | 19.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 23.0% | 22.5% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Silver Bow County are about the same as in Montana.
Air Quality
| Metric | Silver Bow County | Montana Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.48 | 4.05 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 3.5 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Silver Bow County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Silver Bow 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 Silver Bow County, Montana.
What is the health grade for Silver Bow County, Montana?
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Is Silver Bow County, Montana one of the healthiest counties in Montana?
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What is the life expectancy in Silver Bow County, Montana?
The life expectancy in Silver Bow County, Montana is 75.7 years, lower than the Montana average of 79.0 years.
What percentage of Silver Bow County, Montana residents are uninsured?
6.6% of Silver Bow County, Montana residents are uninsured, lower than the Montana average of 8.4%.
What percentage of Silver Bow County, Montana residents are obese?
29.8% of Silver Bow County, Montana residents are classified as obese, lower than the Montana average of 31.4%.