Slope County Health Data

Slope County, North Dakota

Health Score

83/100

Excellent

Life Expectancy

Pending

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

N/A

Uninsured Rate

6.2%

State avg 7.5%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Mental Health Providers

N/A

per 100K population

Data Story

About Health in Slope County, North Dakota

Slope County's full health picture unclear

Life expectancy data is unavailable for Slope County, but its 15% poor/fair health rate matches the national average, suggesting typical population health patterns. Complete longevity data would clarify where Slope truly stands versus the 76.1-year U.S. life expectancy benchmark.

Excellent health perception statewide

Slope County's 15% poor/fair health rate ties it as one of North Dakota's best performers, matching national benchmarks. Without life expectancy data, this self-reported metric suggests Slope residents experience health conditions similar to top-performing counties in the state.

Among the healthiest in northeast

Slope County's 15% poor/fair health rate matches Sheridan's and slightly edges Sargent's 16%, placing it among the region's top counties by this measure. The county ranks far above Sioux County's crisis-level 36.8% and represents a healthier northeast corner.

Good coverage, limited provider data

Slope County's uninsured rate of 6.2% beats the state average of 7.5%, showing strong insurance penetration among residents. Primary care and mental health provider numbers are unavailable, but the strong coverage suggests residents have a foundation for accessing care.

Maintain coverage leadership

Slope County's 6.2% uninsured rate is among the state's best—if you're in that uninsured minority, explore Healthcare.gov or state plans to complete coverage. Keeping coverage rates high protects your community's health and ensures preventive care reaches everyone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Slope County, ND?
Slope County has a health score of 83/100, rated "Excellent." It ranks #12 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 Slope County?
Life expectancy data for Slope County is currently being processed from CDC records.
How does Slope County health compare to the North Dakota average?
Slope County's health score of 83/100 is above the North Dakota average of 72/100. The uninsured rate is 6.2% vs. 7.5% statewide.
What health factors affect Slope County?
Key health factors for Slope County include: life expectancy (not yet available), uninsured rate (6.2%), and primary care physician access (not yet available). These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Slope County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 83/100 ("Excellent"), Slope County is one of the healthier counties in North Dakota. 6.2% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
Why is Slope County healthier than the North Dakota average?
Slope County's health score of 83/100 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.

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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.