Emmons County Health Data
Emmons County, North Dakota
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
73/100
Average
Life Expectancy
77.0 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.2%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.0 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
8.2%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Poor / Fair Health
14.1%
State avg 16.4%
National avg 19.6%
Healthcare Access
Primary Care Physicians
91.8
per 100K residents
Nurse Practitioners & PAs
91.8
per 100K residents
Provider counts from CMS NPPES (National Provider Identifier Registry). Data current as of 2026.
Chronic Disease & Behavioral Health
These prevalence estimates come from the CDC PLACES program (Population-Level Analysis and Community Estimates), which combines BRFSS survey data with statistical modeling to produce county-level rates. Estimates are age-adjusted to enable fair comparisons across counties with different age distributions. Use them to spot where Emmons County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Emmons | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 38.8% | 39.0% | 37.6% | near state average |
| Diabetes | 9.2% | 9.6% | 11.2% | near state average |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% | 30.9% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 21.6% | 21.5% | 24.1% | near state average |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Emmons | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 16.0% | 15.7% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 22.7% | 22.4% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.0% | 23.9% | 27.0% | 0.9 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Emmons | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.5% | 72.4% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 65.0% | 61.6% | 57.3% | 3.4 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 75.0% | 75.4% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Emmons | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.8% | 15.6% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 32.5% | 34.2% | 37.3% | 1.7 pts better than state |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Emmons County nationally on dental visit (past year).
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Emmons County reports lower poor health rates than national average
Health data brief for Emmons County, North Dakota.
In Emmons County, 14.1% of residents report being in poor or fair health, which is lower than the national average of 17%. This metric distinguishes the county within the state health profile. The life expectancy for the county is 77.0 years, which matches the national average of 77 years but is slightly lower than the North Dakota state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 8.2%, which is higher than the statewide average of 7.5% but lower than the national average of 10%. There is no specific data provided for primary care or mental health provider ratios for this county. These reported statistics provide a factual look at health outcomes and coverage in the region as compared to state and national norms. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
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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.