Burke County Health Data
Burke County, North Dakota
Health Score
87/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
81.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.5%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
81.4 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
7.5%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Data Story
About Health in Burke County, North Dakota
Burke County leads national longevity benchmarks
At 81.4 years, Burke County residents live 2.5 years longer than the U.S. average of 78.9 years, one of the nation's longest life expectancies. With only 12.8% reporting poor or fair health versus the national average of 15%, Burke County demonstrates exceptional health outcomes.
Highest life expectancy in North Dakota
Burke County's 81.4-year life expectancy ranks 3.9 years above North Dakota's 77.5-year state average, making it the state's healthiest county. The 12.8% poor or fair health rate is also among the best in the state.
Regional leader in health outcomes
Burke County's 81.4-year life expectancy outpaces all neighboring counties, including Bottineau County (80.3 years) and Bowman County (79.0 years). The county's exceptional longevity stands out in the region.
Strong coverage, limited data on providers
Burke County's uninsured rate of 7.5% matches North Dakota's state average, showing good coverage overall. Provider density data is unavailable, yet the county's outstanding health outcomes suggest either adequate access or a particularly health-conscious population.
Protect your health momentum
Burke County's exceptional health outcomes show what strong coverage and community health commitment can achieve. Keep up that success by ensuring you have continuous coverage—visit healthcare.gov or the North Dakota Insurance Department to review your options.
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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.