Morton County Health Data

Morton County, North Dakota

Health Score

76/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

77.3 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

77.3 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.7%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

39

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

33

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Morton County, North Dakota

Morton slightly outpaces US life expectancy

At 77.3 years, Morton County residents live about one year longer than the US average of 76.4 years. With 15.6% reporting poor or fair health—below the US average of 18%—the county shows solid health outcomes overall.

Matches state average on longevity metrics

Morton's 77.3-year life expectancy is slightly below North Dakota's 77.5-year state average, placing it just below the mid-state tier. The 15.6% poor/fair health rate aligns with state patterns, indicating typical North Dakota health status.

Mid-range performer among regional peers

Morton's 77.3 years ranks solidly between McLean (76.8) and Nelson (78.4), positioning it in the regional middle. The 6.7% uninsured rate is below the state average and comparable to other nearby counties.

Moderate provider access; good insurance reach

Morton provides 39 primary care and 33 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, offering adequate access to both care types. With only 6.7% uninsured—below the state average of 7.5%—most residents can afford care when they need it.

Mostly covered; find your right fit plan

Morton's 93.3% insurance coverage rate is strong, but nearly 1 in 15 residents still lack protection. Visit healthcare.gov to explore plans fitting your budget and health needs, or call a local navigator for personalized guidance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Morton County, ND?
Morton County has a health score of 76/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #28 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 Morton County?
Life expectancy in Morton County is 77.3 years. The North Dakota state average is 77.5 years, making Morton County below the state average.
How does Morton County health compare to the North Dakota average?
Morton County's health score of 76/100 is above the North Dakota average of 72/100. Life expectancy is 77.3 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 6.7% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Morton County?
Key health factors for Morton County include: life expectancy (77.3 years), uninsured rate (6.7%), and primary care physician access (39:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 33:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Morton County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 76/100 ("Excellent"), Morton County is one of the healthier counties in North Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 77.3 years. 6.7% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Morton County healthier than the North Dakota average?
Morton County's health score of 76/100 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. Morton County has better primary care access (39:1 ratio) than the state average (73:1).

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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.