Bowman County Health Data
Bowman County, North Dakota
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
69/100
Average
Life Expectancy
79.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.0 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.5%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
34
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Poor / Fair Health
16.4%
State avg 16.4%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Dentists
68.1
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 Bowman County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Bowman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 36.7% | 39.0% | 37.6% | 2.3 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 9.6% | 11.2% | 1.1 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% | 30.9% | 33.5% | 1.9 pts better than state |
| Depression | 21.0% | 21.5% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Bowman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 14.5% | 15.7% | 16.3% | 1.2 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 22.9% | 22.4% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% | 23.9% | 27.0% | 1.7 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Bowman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 71.6% | 72.4% | 74.9% | 0.8 pts worse than state |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 61.4% | 61.6% | 57.3% | near state average |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 73.0% | 75.4% | 73.3% | 2.4 pts worse than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Bowman | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.1% | 15.6% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 35.4% | 34.2% | 37.3% | 1.2 pts worse than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Bowman County nationally on mammography (women 50–74).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Bowman County Uninsured Rate Higher Than North Dakota Average
Health data brief for Bowman County, North Dakota.
Bowman County has an uninsured rate of 9.5%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 7.5% but remains slightly lower than the national average of 10%. The county's life expectancy is 79.0 years, exceeding both the state average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. Primary care provider availability is 34 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national median of 70 providers per 100,000. Additionally, 16.4% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is slightly lower than the national average of 17%. Data regarding the ratio of mental health providers is not currently available for this county. Explore state-level data.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Bowman 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.
Hospitals near you
Compare all on Medicare.gov →Southwest Healthcare Services
EReHealth Insurance
Compare health insurance plans from top carriers for Bowman County residents.
Compare Plans →HealthMarkets
Licensed agents for health, Medicare, and supplemental insurance in North Dakota.
Get a Quote →Sponsored
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the health ranking of Bowman County, ND?
What is the life expectancy in Bowman County?
How does Bowman County health compare to the North Dakota average?
What health factors affect Bowman County?
Is Bowman County a healthy place to live?
What are the biggest health challenges in Bowman County?
Counties with Similar Health Profile
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.