Beltrami County Health Data

Beltrami County, Minnesota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

56/100

Average

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.0%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.0 yr

State avg 78.7 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

8.0%

State avg 6.0%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

108

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

456

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

16.9%

State avg 14.8%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

12.9

per 100K residentsCDC: 107.8 per 100K

Dentists

4.3

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

8.6

per 100K residents

Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.

Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health

These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Beltrami County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureBeltramiState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity39.8%37.0%37.6%2.8 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.2%9.3%11.2%0.9 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure30.0%28.6%33.5%1.4 pts worse than state
Depression27.5%25.3%24.1%2.2 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureBeltramiState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking18.8%15.7%16.3%3.1 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking18.8%20.3%17.8%1.5 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity25.9%24.1%27.0%1.8 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureBeltramiState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.6%72.0%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)63.1%64.7%57.3%1.6 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)77.3%77.1%73.3%near state average

Daily-life impact

MeasureBeltramiState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress18.4%17.0%18.6%1.4 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration32.7%31.5%37.3%1.2 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Beltrami County nationally on current cigarette smoking.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Beltrami County Life Expectancy Lower Than State Average

Health data brief for Beltrami County, Minnesota.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Life expectancy

Life expectancy is the most distinctive data point for Beltrami County. At 74.0 years, it is lower than the national average of 77 years and the Minnesota state average of 78.7 years. Conversely, the county has a higher concentration of mental health providers, with 456 per 100,000 residents, far exceeding the national median of 250 per 100,000. The uninsured rate is 8.0%, which is higher than the state average of 6.0% but lower than the national average of 10%. Primary care providers are available at a rate of 108 per 100,000, which is higher than the national median of 70. About 16.9% of adults report poor or fair health, which aligns closely with the national average of 17%. All data points are reported verbatim from federal health databases. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Beltrami County, Minnesota

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Sanford Bemidji Medical Center

ER
4/5
(218) 751-5430
1300 Anne St Nw, Bemidji, MN 56601
Acute Care HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Red Lake Hospital

Not rated by CMS
(218) 679-3912
24760 Hospital Drive, Redlake, MN 56671
Acute Care HospitalsGovernment - Federal

Community Behavioral Health Hospital - Bemidji

Not rated by CMS
(218) 308-2400
800 Bemidji Avenue North, Bemidji, MN 56601
PsychiatricGovernment - State

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Beltrami County, MN?
Beltrami County has a health score of 56/100, rated "Average." It ranks #86 out of 87 counties in Minnesota (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Beltrami County?
Life expectancy in Beltrami County is 74.0 years. The Minnesota state average is 78.7 years, making Beltrami County below the state average.
How does Beltrami County health compare to the Minnesota average?
Beltrami County's health score of 56/100 is below the Minnesota average of 83/100. Life expectancy is 74.0 years vs. the state average of 78.7 years. The uninsured rate is 8.0% vs. 6.0% statewide.
What health factors affect Beltrami County?
Key health factors for Beltrami County include: life expectancy (74.0 years), uninsured rate (8.0%), and primary care physician access (108:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 456:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Beltrami County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 56/100 ("Average"), Beltrami County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in Minnesota. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.0 years. 8.0% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Beltrami County?
Beltrami County's health score of 56/100 is below the Minnesota average of 83/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.