Cass County Health Data

Cass County, North Dakota

Health Score

83/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

79.1 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

79.1 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.2%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

99

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

340

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Cass County, North Dakota

Cass County lives longer than America

At 79.1 years, Cass County residents live nearly two years longer than the U.S. average of 77.0 years. Just 14.1% report poor or fair health, beating the national rate of 16.8%.

Best-in-state life expectancy

Cass County's 79.1-year life expectancy ranks first in North Dakota, outpacing the state average of 77.5 years by 1.6 years. The county leads the state in healthy aging outcomes.

Strong health among regional peers

Cass County's 14.1% poor/fair health rate compares favorably to neighboring Cavalier County (13.6%) and significantly outperforms Dickey County (16.3%). The county offers robust primary care access at 99 providers per 100,000 residents.

Healthcare access meets population need

With a 7.2% uninsured rate slightly below the state average of 7.5%, Cass County residents have strong insurance coverage. The county provides 99 primary care providers and 340 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, supporting comprehensive care access.

Keep your coverage strong

Even with solid numbers, staying insured matters: 7.2% of Cass County residents still lack coverage. Visit healthcare.gov or contact your local health department to explore coverage options and maintain your family's access to care.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Cass County, ND?
Cass County has a health score of 83/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #13 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 Cass County?
Life expectancy in Cass County is 79.1 years. The North Dakota state average is 77.5 years, making Cass County above the state average.
How does Cass County health compare to the North Dakota average?
Cass County's health score of 83/100 is above the North Dakota average of 72/100. Life expectancy is 79.1 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.2% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Cass County?
Key health factors for Cass County include: life expectancy (79.1 years), uninsured rate (7.2%), and primary care physician access (99:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 340:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Cass County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 83/100 ("Excellent"), Cass County is one of the healthier counties in North Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 79.1 years. 7.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Cass County healthier than the North Dakota average?
Cass County's health score of 83/100 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.