Eddy County Health Data

Eddy County, North Dakota

Health Score

54/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

74.4 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

7.8%

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 Eddy County, North Dakota

Eddy County's health outcomes lag badly

At 74.4 years, Eddy County's life expectancy is 2.6 years below the U.S. average of 77.0 years. With 17.9% of residents reporting poor or fair health—above the national average of 16.8%—the county faces significant health challenges.

Lowest life expectancy in state

Eddy County ranks last in North Dakota for life expectancy at 74.4 years, trailing the state average of 77.5 years by 3.1 years. The county's 17.9% poor/fair health rate is the highest in the state.

Significant health disparity regionally

Eddy County's 74.4-year life expectancy is 7.4 years below Divide County (81.8) and 5.2 years below Dickey County (76.9). The county's 17.9% poor/fair health rate markedly exceeds all regional neighbors.

Limited data and likely access barriers

At 7.8%, Eddy County's uninsured rate is near the state average, but specific primary care and mental health provider data is unavailable. This data gap likely masks significant barriers to accessing specialized services in this rural county.

Urgent: expand your health access

Eddy County's health disparities demand immediate action—coverage is the foundation. Visit healthcare.gov today and contact local health officials about Medicaid expansion, free community health screenings, and disease prevention programs that can improve life expectancy outcomes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Eddy County, ND?
Eddy County has a health score of 54/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #48 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 Eddy County?
Life expectancy in Eddy County is 74.4 years. The North Dakota state average is 77.5 years, making Eddy County below the state average.
How does Eddy County health compare to the North Dakota average?
Eddy County's health score of 54/100 is below the North Dakota average of 72/100. Life expectancy is 74.4 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 7.8% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Eddy County?
Key health factors for Eddy County include: life expectancy (74.4 years), uninsured rate (7.8%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Eddy County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 54/100 ("Below Average"), Eddy County faces health challenges compared to other counties in North Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 74.4 years. 7.8% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Eddy County?
Eddy County's health score of 54/100 is below the North Dakota average of 72/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.