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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Burke County, ND?
Burke County has a health score of 87/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #6 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 Burke County?
Life expectancy in Burke County is 81.4 years. The North Dakota state average is 77.5 years, making Burke County above the state average.
How does Burke County health compare to the North Dakota average?
Burke County's health score of 87/100 is above the North Dakota average of 72/100. Life expectancy is 81.4 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.5% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Burke County?
Key health factors for Burke County include: life expectancy (81.4 years), uninsured rate (7.5%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Burke County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 87/100 ("Excellent"), Burke County is one of the healthier counties in North Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 81.4 years. 7.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Burke County healthier than the North Dakota average?
Burke County's health score of 87/100 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.

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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.