Griggs County Health Data

Griggs County, North Dakota

CDC County Health Rankings

Health Score

90/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

81.6 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

81.6 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

44

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Poor / Fair Health

14.3%

State avg 16.4%

National avg 19.6%

Healthcare Access

Dentists

42.7

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 Griggs County differs most from state and national norms.

Most prevalent chronic conditions

MeasureGriggsState avgNational avgVs state
Obesity37.9%39.0%37.6%1.1 pts better than state
Diabetes8.3%9.6%11.2%1.3 pts better than state
High Blood Pressure30.1%30.9%33.5%0.8 pts better than state
Depression20.8%21.5%24.1%0.7 pts better than state

Health-risk behaviors

MeasureGriggsState avgNational avgVs state
Current Cigarette Smoking13.8%15.7%16.3%1.9 pts better than state
Binge Drinking22.6%22.4%17.8%near state average
Physical Inactivity20.7%23.9%27.0%3.2 pts better than state

Preventive-care uptake

MeasureGriggsState avgNational avgVs state
Annual Routine Checkup71.7%72.4%74.9%0.7 pts worse than state
Dental Visit (past year)64.7%61.6%57.3%3.1 pts better than state
Mammography (women 50–74)73.8%75.4%73.3%1.6 pts worse than state

Daily-life impact

MeasureGriggsState avgNational avgVs state
Frequent Mental Distress14.7%15.6%18.6%0.9 pts better than state
Short Sleep Duration33.0%34.2%37.3%1.2 pts better than state

These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Griggs County nationally on physical inactivity.

Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.

Data Story

Griggs County Poor or Fair Health Rate Lower Than National Average

Health data brief for Griggs County, North Dakota.

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorPublished Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor
Lead metric:Poor/fair health rate

In Griggs County, 14.3% of adults report poor or fair health, a figure that is lower than the national average of 17%. The county's life expectancy is 81.6 years, which is higher than the North Dakota average of 77.5 years and the national average of 77 years. The uninsured rate for the county is 6.2%, which is lower than the state's 7.5% and the national 10% average. In terms of clinical care, the county has 44 primary care providers per 100,000 residents, which is below the national median of 70 per 100,000. Mental health provider ratios for Griggs County were not included in the provided dataset. Explore state-level data.

Get Care in Griggs 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.

Cooperstown Medical Center

ER
Not rated by CMS
(701) 797-2221
1200 Roberts Ave Ne, Cooperstown, ND 58425
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 Griggs County, ND?
Griggs County has a health score of 90/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #5 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 Griggs County?
Life expectancy in Griggs County is 81.6 years. The North Dakota state average is 77.5 years, making Griggs County above the state average.
How does Griggs County health compare to the North Dakota average?
Griggs County's health score of 90/100 is above the North Dakota average of 72/100. Life expectancy is 81.6 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 6.2% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Griggs County?
Key health factors for Griggs County include: life expectancy (81.6 years), uninsured rate (6.2%), and primary care physician access (44:1 (population to primary care physicians)). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Griggs County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 90/100 ("Excellent"), Griggs County is one of the healthier counties in North Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 81.6 years. 6.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Griggs County healthier than the North Dakota average?
Griggs County's health score of 90/100 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. Griggs County has better primary care access (44:1 ratio) than the state average (73:1).

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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.