Sheridan County Health Data
Sheridan County, North Dakota
CDC County Health RankingsHealth Score
66/100
Average
Life Expectancy
Pending
Uninsured Rate
9.1%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
N/A
Uninsured Rate
9.1%
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
15.3%
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 Sheridan County differs most from state and national norms.
Most prevalent chronic conditions
| Measure | Sheridan | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obesity | 37.6% | 39.0% | 37.6% | 1.4 pts better than state |
| Diabetes | 9.0% | 9.6% | 11.2% | 0.6 pts better than state |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% | 30.9% | 33.5% | near state average |
| Depression | 22.5% | 21.5% | 24.1% | 1.0 pts worse than state |
Health-risk behaviors
| Measure | Sheridan | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Cigarette Smoking | 15.7% | 15.7% | 16.3% | near state average |
| Binge Drinking | 22.7% | 22.4% | 17.8% | near state average |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% | 23.9% | 27.0% | near state average |
Preventive-care uptake
| Measure | Sheridan | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Routine Checkup | 72.1% | 72.4% | 74.9% | near state average |
| Dental Visit (past year) | 62.2% | 61.6% | 57.3% | 0.6 pts better than state |
| Mammography (women 50–74) | 75.8% | 75.4% | 73.3% | near state average |
Daily-life impact
| Measure | Sheridan | State avg | National avg | Vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Mental Distress | 15.8% | 15.6% | 18.6% | near state average |
| Short Sleep Duration | 33.9% | 34.2% | 37.3% | near state average |
These rates are part of the CDC PLACES survey. Compare Sheridan County nationally on obesity.
Source: CDC PLACES, 2023 release · age-adjusted prevalence (%). Confidence intervals are available on individual rankings pages.
Data Story
Sheridan County Uninsured Rate Exceeds State Average
Health data brief for Sheridan County, North Dakota.
In Sheridan County, 9.1% of residents under age 65 are uninsured. This figure is higher than the North Dakota state average of 7.5%, though it remains slightly below the national uninsured rate of 10%. Regarding general health status, 15.3% of the county's population reports poor or fair health, which is less than the national average of 17%. While life expectancy and specific provider ratios for primary and mental health care were not provided in the most recent data set for this county, the available metrics offer a view into coverage and wellness levels relative to regional norms. The data is compiled from federal sources including the U.S. Census Bureau. Explore state-level health data for further information.
Get Care in Sheridan 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 Sheridan 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.