Oliver County Health Data
Oliver County, North Dakota
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
91/100
Excellent
Life Expectancy
92.2 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.6%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
92.2 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
5.6%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Mental Health Providers
N/A
per 100K population
Poor / Fair Health
14.8%
State avg 16.4%
National avg 19.6%
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 Oliver County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Oliver | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 34.6% | 39.0% | 37.6% | 4.4 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 8.3% | 9.6% | 11.2% | 1.3 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% | 30.9% | 33.5% | 2.3 pts better than state |
| Depression | 20.9% | 21.5% | 24.1% | 0.6 pts better than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Oliver | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 13.7% | 15.7% | 16.3% | 2.0 pts better than state |
| Binge Drinking | 23.5% | 22.4% | 17.8% | 1.1 pts worse than state |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% | 23.9% | 27.0% | 2.2 pts better than state |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Oliver | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.4% | 72.4% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 62.6% | 61.6% | 57.3% | 1.0 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 76.3% | 75.4% | 73.3% | 0.9 pts better than state |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Oliver | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.0% | 15.6% | 18.6% | 0.6 pts better than state |
| Short Sleep Duration | 34.3% | 34.2% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Oliver County nationally on obesity.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Oliver County Life Expectancy Reaches 92.2 Years
Health data brief for Oliver County, North Dakota.
Life expectancy in Oliver County is currently measured at 92.2 years, a figure that stands significantly higher than the North Dakota state average of 77.5 years and the United States national average of approximately 77 years. This metric represents the most distinctive statistical outlier for the county. In other health access categories, the uninsured rate is 5.6%, which is lower than the statewide average of 7.5% and the national baseline of 10%. Residents reporting poor or fair health comprise 14.8% of the population, a rate that is below the national average of 17%. While specific ratios for primary care and mental health providers were not recorded in the latest dataset for this county, the available figures indicate a longevity rate that notably exceeds broader geographic trends. Data regarding provider availability for the surrounding region can be found in the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System. Explore the CDC County Health Rankings methodology.
Sources
- CDC County Health Rankings v2
- HHS NPPES
Get Care in Oliver 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.
Hospitals near you
No CMS Care Compare hospital is located in Oliver County.
This is common in low-population rural counties. Residents typically travel to a hospital in a neighboring county or larger metro. Use Medicare.gov Care Compare to find rated hospitals statewide or contact a federally-funded community health center for primary and preventive care.
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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.