Overall Health Rating
The Map AI Health Index is a score that reflects local life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment to help you quickly compare the overall health and well-being of different areas.
General Health Overview
| Metric | Slope County | North Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 79.4 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 2.9% | 6.7% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Slope County is 2.9%, lower than the North Dakota average of 6.7%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Slope County | North Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.3% | 11.3% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.3% | 8.2% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.9% | 8.0% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 33.5% | 35.3% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.5% | 14.3% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Slope County are about the same as in North Dakota.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Slope County | North Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.9% | 18.7% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% | 18.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 26.0% | 26.6% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Slope County are about the same as in North Dakota.
Air Quality
| Metric | Slope County | North Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.66 | 4.88 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 3.7 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Slope County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Slope County, North Dakota.
What percentage of Slope County, North Dakota residents are uninsured?
2.9% of Slope County, North Dakota residents are uninsured, lower than the North Dakota average of 6.7%.
What percentage of Slope County, North Dakota residents are obese?
33.5% of Slope County, North Dakota residents are classified as obese, lower than the North Dakota average of 35.3%.