Grant County Health Data

Grant County, North Dakota

CDC County Health Rankings

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

Poor / Fair Health

18.6%

State avg 16.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Primary Care Physicians

131.8

per 100K residents

Nurse Practitioners & PAs

87.9

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 Grant County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity41.8%39.0%37.6%2.8 pts worse than state
Diabetes10.3%9.6%11.2%0.7 pts worse than state
High Blood Pressure32.9%30.9%33.5%2.0 pts worse than state
Depression22.5%21.5%24.1%1.0 pts worse than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking17.8%15.7%16.3%2.1 pts worse than state
Binge Drinking21.7%22.4%17.8%0.7 pts better than state
Physical Inactivity27.0%23.9%27.0%3.1 pts worse than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup72.3%72.4%74.9%near state average
Dental Visit (past year)57.0%61.6%57.3%4.6 pts worse than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.6%75.4%73.3%1.8 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureGrantState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress16.5%15.6%18.6%0.9 pts worse than state
Short Sleep Duration33.5%34.2%37.3%0.7 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Grant 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

Grant County Uninsured Rate Remains Among Lowest in Region

Health data brief for Grant County, North Dakota.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Uninsured rate

The uninsured rate in Grant County is 6.0%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 7.5% and considerably lower than the national average of 10%. Health outcomes data shows that 18.6% of adults report poor or fair health, which is higher than the national average of 17%. Life expectancy in the county is 76.6 years, which is below the North Dakota state average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. For healthcare access, the county reports 271 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, which is above the national median of 250 per 100,000. No primary care provider ratio data was available for the county in this report. See the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.

Get Care in Grant County, North Dakota

Direct contact information for hospitals and community health resources serving this county. Hospital quality ratings come from CMS Care Compare — the federal program that measures hospital performance on safety, patient experience, and outcomes.

Jacobson Memorial Hospital Care Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(701) 584-2792
601 East St N, Elgin, ND 58533
Critical Access HospitalsVoluntary non-profit - Private

Sources: Hospital data: CMS Care Compare. Quality ratings: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Community health center directory: HRSA. Last reviewed 2026-05-14.

Information is for general guidance only and is not medical advice. Always call ahead to confirm services, hours, and insurance accepted. In a medical emergency, dial 911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Grant County, ND?
Grant County has a health score of 68/100, rated "Average." It ranks #38 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 Grant County?
Life expectancy in Grant County is 76.6 years. The North Dakota state average is 77.5 years, making Grant County below the state average.
How does Grant County health compare to the North Dakota average?
Grant County's health score of 68/100 is below the North Dakota average of 72/100. Life expectancy is 76.6 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 6.0% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Grant County?
Key health factors for Grant County include: life expectancy (76.6 years), uninsured rate (6.0%), and primary care physician access (—). Mental health provider access is 271:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Grant County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 68/100 ("Average"), Grant County has average health outcomes compared to other counties in North Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 76.6 years. 6.0% 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 Grant County?
Grant County's health score of 68/100 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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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.