Williams County Health Data
Williams County, North Dakota
Health Score
67/100
Average
Life Expectancy
77.9 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.9%
Health Statistics
Life Expectancy
77.9 yr
State avg 77.5 yr
National avg 77.5 yr
Uninsured Rate
9.9%
State avg 7.5%
National avg 9%
Primary Care Providers
44
per 100K population
National avg 82
Mental Health Providers
141
per 100K population
National avg 350
Data Story
About Health in Williams County, North Dakota
Williams life expectancy slightly exceeds average
Williams County's life expectancy of 77.9 years edges above the U.S. average of 76.1 years, while its 15.9% poor/fair health rate falls below the national average of 17.9%. The county demonstrates solid health outcomes overall.
Williams mirrors North Dakota's health profile
Williams County's life expectancy of 77.9 years slightly exceeds the state average of 77.5 years, though its 9.9% uninsured rate remains above North Dakota's 7.5% state average. Coverage gaps present a notable challenge despite reasonable longevity.
Williams falls behind regional longevity leaders
Williams County's 77.9-year life expectancy ranks fourth among the five counties analyzed, trailing Wells (80.0), Walsh (78.6), and Traill (78.3). The 9.9% uninsured rate also exceeds most regional peers except Walsh (10.8%).
Solid mental health access, modest primary care
Williams offers 44 primary care providers and 141 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, providing decent access to both routine and psychiatric services. However, the 9.9% uninsured rate means nearly 1 in 10 residents may delay care due to cost concerns.
Close Williams' coverage gap now
At 9.9% uninsured, Williams County exceeds the state average—if you lack coverage, the ND health insurance marketplace offers affordable options. With 141 mental health providers available locally, securing insurance ensures you can access the care you need.
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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.