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 | Anchorage | Alaska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.0 | 79.9 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 10.0% | 11.2% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Anchorage is 78.0 years, about 1.8 years shorter than the Alaska average of 79.9 years.
The uninsured population in Anchorage is 10.0%, lower than the Alaska average of 11.2%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Anchorage | Alaska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 7.1% | 10.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.0% | 5.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 4.3% | 6.2% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 29.2% | 34.3% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 11.0% | 15.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Anchorage is about 31% lower than in Alaska. The rate of diabetes in Anchorage is about 29% lower than in Alaska. The rate of self-rated poor health in Anchorage is about 28% lower than in Alaska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Anchorage | Alaska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 16.5% | 22.7% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% | 19.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 18.8% | 23.8% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Anchorage is about 28% lower than in Alaska. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Anchorage is about 21% lower than in Alaska.
Air Quality
| Metric | Anchorage | Alaska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | — | — | 6.09 |
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Anchorage, Alaska has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Alaska, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Anchorage, Alaska.
What is the health grade for Anchorage, Alaska?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Anchorage, Alaska.
What is the life expectancy in Anchorage, Alaska?
The life expectancy in Anchorage, Alaska is 78.0 years, lower than the Alaska average of 79.9 years.
What percentage of Anchorage, Alaska residents are uninsured?
10.0% of Anchorage, Alaska residents are uninsured, lower than the Alaska average of 11.2%.
What percentage of Anchorage, Alaska residents are obese?
29.2% of Anchorage, Alaska residents are classified as obese, lower than the Alaska average of 34.3%.