Bottineau County Health Data

Bottineau County, North Dakota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

74/100

Average

Life Expectancy

80.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.9%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

80.3 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

47

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

32

per 100K population

National avg 350

Poor / Fair Health

17.1%

State avg 16.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Dentists

15.6

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 Bottineau County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureBottineauState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity38.1%39.0%37.6%0.9 pts better than state
Diabetes8.7%9.6%11.2%0.9 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure30.6%30.9%33.5%near state average
Depression21.0%21.5%24.1%near state average

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureBottineauState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking14.2%15.7%16.3%1.5 pts better than state
Binge Drinking23.2%22.4%17.8%0.8 pts worse than state
Physical Inactivity22.2%23.9%27.0%1.7 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureBottineauState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.2%72.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)60.2%61.6%57.3%1.4 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)76.4%75.4%73.3%1.0 pts better than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureBottineauState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress15.0%15.6%18.6%0.6 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration34.9%34.2%37.3%0.7 pts worse than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Bottineau County nationally on physical inactivity.

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

Data Story

Bottineau County Life Expectancy Surpasses State and National Averages

Health data brief for Bottineau County, North Dakota.

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

Residents of Bottineau County have a life expectancy of 80.3 years, which is longer than the North Dakota state average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. The primary care provider ratio is 47 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70. The mental health provider ratio is 32 per 100,000 residents, significantly lower than the national median of 250. Approximately 17.1% of residents report poor or fair health, matching the national average of 17%. The uninsured rate in the county is 7.9%, which is higher than the state average of 7.5% but remains lower than the national average of 10%. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Bottineau County, North Dakota

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.

St Andrew's Hospital

ER
Not rated by CMS
(701) 228-9300
316 Ohmer Street, Bottineau, ND 58318
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Church

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 Bottineau County, ND?
Bottineau County has a health score of 74/100, rated "Average." It ranks #32 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 Bottineau County?
Life expectancy in Bottineau County is 80.3 years. The North Dakota state average is 77.5 years, making Bottineau County above the state average.
How does Bottineau County health compare to the North Dakota average?
Bottineau County's health score of 74/100 is above the North Dakota average of 72/100. Life expectancy is 80.3 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.9% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Bottineau County?
Key health factors for Bottineau County include: life expectancy (80.3 years), uninsured rate (7.9%), and primary care physician access (47:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 32:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Bottineau County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 74/100 ("Average"), Bottineau County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in North Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 80.3 years. 7.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Bottineau County healthier than the North Dakota average?
Bottineau County's health score of 74/100 exceeds the North Dakota average of 72/100. Higher health scores often correlate with better access to healthcare providers, lower uninsured rates, higher median incomes, and environmental factors. Bottineau County has better primary care access (47:1 ratio) than the state average (73:1).

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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.