Mountrail County Health Data

Mountrail County, North Dakota

Health Score

31/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

68.7 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

68.7 yr

State avg 77.5 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

11.8%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

52

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

64

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Mountrail County, North Dakota

Mountrail faces severe longevity crisis

At 68.7 years, Mountrail County's life expectancy is nearly 8 years below the US average of 76.4 years—a staggering gap indicating major population health emergencies. Nearly 1 in 5 residents (18.1%) report poor or fair health, matching the US average but reflecting deeper underlying crises.

Critical: worst life expectancy in state by far

Mountrail's 68.7 years is nearly 9 years below North Dakota's 77.5-year average—the lowest in the state by a wide margin. The county's 18.1% poor/fair health rate ranks among the state's highest, demanding urgent intervention.

Severe health gap widens vs. all regional peers

Mountrail's 68.7-year life expectancy lags McKenzie (74.3) by 5.6 years and Mercer (79.3) by over 10 years—the steepest regional gap. At 11.8% uninsured, the county also has the highest lack-of-coverage rate among neighbors.

Uninsured rate highest in state; opioid crisis evident

Mountrail's 11.8% uninsured rate—far above the state average of 7.5%—leaves 1 in 8 residents without healthcare protection. Though the county offers 52 primary care and 64 mental health providers per 100,000, substance use and despair are driving premature mortality.

Emergency enrollment needed; crisis support available

Mountrail residents must prioritize health coverage: 11.8% uninsured is unsustainable and dangerous. Call healthcare.gov at 1-800-318-2596 or visit a local health center to enroll immediately, and ask about mental health and addiction services in your area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Mountrail County, ND?
Mountrail County has a health score of 31/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #50 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 Mountrail County?
Life expectancy in Mountrail County is 68.7 years. The North Dakota state average is 77.5 years, making Mountrail County below the state average.
How does Mountrail County health compare to the North Dakota average?
Mountrail County's health score of 31/100 is below the North Dakota average of 72/100. Life expectancy is 68.7 years vs. the state average of 77.5 years. The uninsured rate is 11.8% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Mountrail County?
Key health factors for Mountrail County include: life expectancy (68.7 years), uninsured rate (11.8%), and primary care physician access (52:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 64:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Mountrail County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 31/100 ("Below Average"), Mountrail County faces health challenges compared to other counties in North Dakota. Residents have a life expectancy of 68.7 years. 11.8% 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 Mountrail County?
Mountrail County's health score of 31/100 is below the North Dakota average of 72/100. The uninsured rate of 11.8% means a significant portion of residents may face barriers to healthcare. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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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.