Burleigh County Health Data
Burleigh County, North Dakota
Health Score
90/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
79.4 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
79.4 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.9%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
112
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
335
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Burleigh County, North Dakota
Burleigh County exceeds national health standards
At 79.4 years, Burleigh County residents live 0.5 years longer than the U.S. average of 78.9 years. With only 13.0% reporting poor or fair health compared to the national average of 15%, Burleigh County demonstrates strong population health.
Well above state average
Burleigh County's 79.4-year life expectancy ranks 1.9 years above North Dakota's 77.5-year state average. At 13.0% reporting poor or fair health, the county ranks among the state's healthiest.
Strong outcomes with excellent resources
Burleigh County's 79.4-year life expectancy ranks second in the region behind Burke County (81.4 years), matching Bottineau County. The county's 112 primary care and 335 mental health providers per 100K far exceed all neighbors, reflecting a robust healthcare infrastructure.
Best insurance coverage and provider access
Burleigh County's uninsured rate of 5.9% is the lowest among all eight counties and well below the state average of 7.5%. With 112 primary care providers per 100K and an exceptional 335 mental health providers per 100K, Burleigh County has the region's densest healthcare workforce.
Maintain coverage in Burleigh County
Burleigh County leads the region in health outcomes and healthcare access. Keep building on that success by ensuring continuous coverage—visit healthcare.gov or the North Dakota Insurance Department to review and maintain your plan.
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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.