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.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Burleigh County, ND?
Burleigh County has a health score of 90/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #4 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 Burleigh County?
Life expectancy in Burleigh County is 79.4 years. The North Dakota state average is 77.5 years, making Burleigh County above the state average.
How does Burleigh County health compare to the North Dakota average?
Burleigh County's health score of 90/100 is above the North Dakota average of 72/100. Life expectancy is 79.4 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 5.9% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Burleigh County?
Key health factors for Burleigh County include: life expectancy (79.4 years), uninsured rate (5.9%), and primary care physician access (112:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 335:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Burleigh County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 90/100 ("Excellent"), Burleigh County is one of the healthier counties in North Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.4 years. 5.9% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Burleigh County healthier than the North Dakota average?
Burleigh County's health score of 90/100 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.