Bottineau County Health Data

Bottineau County, North Dakota

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

Data Story

About Health in Bottineau County, North Dakota

Bottineau County extends life expectancy

At 80.3 years, Bottineau County residents live 1.4 years longer than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. With only 17.1% reporting poor or fair health compared to the national average of 15%, the county shows strong overall health.

Well above state average

Bottineau County's 80.3-year life expectancy ranks 2.8 years above North Dakota's 77.5-year state average, placing it among the state's healthiest counties. The 17.1% poor or fair health rate is moderate for the state.

Leading regional health outcomes

Bottineau County's 80.3-year life expectancy outpaces neighboring Adams County (77.1 years) and Barnes County (77.2 years), making it a regional leader. Only Burke County (81.4 years) exceeds Bottineau's longevity.

Strong coverage with provider limitations

Bottineau County's uninsured rate of 7.9% is slightly higher than the state average of 7.5%, though most residents have coverage. With only 47 primary care providers and 32 mental health providers per 100K, residents may face wait times for specialized care.

Maintain your coverage

Bottineau County's strong health outcomes depend on consistent healthcare access. Make sure you stay covered—visit healthcare.gov or contact the North Dakota Insurance Department to review your options.

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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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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.