Adams County Health Data

Adams County, North Dakota

Health Score

66/100

Average

Life Expectancy

77.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.1 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.9%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

508

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

93

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Adams County, North Dakota

Adams County life expectancy trails nation

At 77.1 years, Adams County residents live slightly shorter lives than the U.S. average of 78.9 years, a gap of 1.8 years. The county's 17.4% poor or fair health rate exceeds the national average of 15%, indicating more residents reporting health challenges.

Below average within North Dakota

Adams County's 77.1-year life expectancy ranks below North Dakota's 77.5-year state average. With 17.4% of residents in poor or fair health, the county struggles more than its state peers.

Health disparities across region

Adams County's life expectancy lags significantly behind neighboring Bottineau County (80.3 years) and Burleigh County (79.4 years). The county's primary care provider density of 508 per 100,000 residents exceeds most neighbors, yet health outcomes remain weaker.

Healthcare access and affordability challenges

Adams County's uninsured rate of 7.9% runs higher than the state average of 7.5%, leaving one in twelve residents without coverage. The county has adequate primary care providers at 508 per 100K, but mental health support at 93 per 100K lags demand.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Adams County, ND?
Adams County has a health score of 66/100, rated "Average." It ranks #42 out of 53 counties in North Dakota (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 Adams County?
Life expectancy in Adams County is 77.1 years. The North Dakota state average is 77.5 years, making Adams County below the state average.
How does Adams County health compare to the North Dakota average?
Adams County's health score of 66/100 is below the North Dakota average of 72/100. Life expectancy is 77.1 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.9% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Adams County?
Key health factors for Adams County include: life expectancy (77.1 years), uninsured rate (7.9%), and primary care physician access (508:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 93:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Adams County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 66/100 ("Average"), Adams County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in North Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.1 years. 7.9% 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 Adams County?
Adams County's health score of 66/100 is below the North Dakota average of 72/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.