Grant County Health Data
Grant County, North Dakota
Health Score
68/100
Average
Life Expectancy
76.6 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.0%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
76.6 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
6.0%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
271
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Grant County, North Dakota
Grant County faces health challenges
Grant County's life expectancy of 76.6 years trails the U.S. average of 78.9 years by 2.3 years, with 18.6% of residents in poor or fair health—slightly above the national 18%. These metrics signal health outcomes that need attention and improvement.
Among North Dakota's lower-ranked counties
Grant County's 76.6-year life expectancy falls below North Dakota's 77.5-year average, making it one of the state's lower-performing counties for longevity. The 18.6% poor health rate is among the highest in the state.
Lowest longevity in the region
Grant County has the lowest life expectancy among regional peers: 76.6 years versus Golden Valley's 85.3 years and Grand Forks' 78.6 years. At 18.6% poor health, Grant also has the highest rate among nearby counties, indicating significant health disparities in the area.
Healthcare access data incomplete
Grant County's uninsured rate of 6.0% is among the lowest regionally, but detailed provider data for primary care is unavailable. The county does support 271 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, though primary care infrastructure needs assessment.
Strengthen health coverage for Grant County
Even with 6.0% uninsured, Grant County should prioritize universal coverage to tackle stubborn health disparities. Reach out to Healthcare.gov or your local health department to explore options that work for your situation.
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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.