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.
Explore coverage options today
With nearly 8% of Adams County residents uninsured, checking your coverage status matters. Visit healthcare.gov or contact the North Dakota Insurance Department to understand your options and find affordable plans.
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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.