Overall Health Rating
Least healthy county in Alaska
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 | Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area | Alaska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 76.3 | 79.9 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 22.8% | 11.2% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is 76.3 years, about 3.6 years shorter than the Alaska average of 79.9 years.
The uninsured population in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is 22.8%, higher than the Alaska average of 11.2%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area | Alaska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 14.3% | 10.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.8% | 5.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 8.5% | 6.2% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.2% | 34.3% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 22.3% | 15.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is about 45% higher than in Alaska. The rate of diabetes in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is about 43% higher than in Alaska. The rate of heart disease in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is about 38% higher than in Alaska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area | Alaska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 31.2% | 22.7% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.7% | 19.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 28.6% | 23.8% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is about 37% higher than in Alaska. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area is about 20% higher than in Alaska.
Air Quality
| Metric | Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area | Alaska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | — | — | 6.09 |
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska has an overall health index grade of D, making it somewhat worse than Alaska, and somewhat worse than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska.
What is the health grade for Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska.
Is Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska one of the healthiest counties in Alaska?
No. %s ranks last of %d %s in %s by the Map AI Health Index, which measures life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment.
What is the life expectancy in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska?
The life expectancy in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska is 76.3 years, lower than the Alaska average of 79.9 years.
What percentage of Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska residents are uninsured?
22.8% of Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska residents are uninsured, higher than the Alaska average of 11.2%.
What percentage of Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska residents are obese?
36.3% of Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska residents are classified as obese, higher than the Alaska average of 34.3%.