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 | Bessemer | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 71.9 | 74.7 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 12.0% | 9.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Bessemer is 71.9 years, about 2.8 years shorter than the Alabama average of 74.7 years.
The uninsured population in Bessemer is 12.0%, higher than the Alabama average of 9.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Bessemer | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 17.5% | 14.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.1% | 6.7% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 8.1% | 8.2% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 44.5% | 41.3% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 26.0% | 23.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of diabetes in Bessemer is about 18% higher than in Alabama.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Bessemer | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 20.8% | 22.1% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.0% | 13.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 33.1% | 32.2% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Bessemer are about the same as in Alabama.
Air Quality
| Metric | Bessemer | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.70 | 7.76 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.7 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Bessemer is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Bessemer, Alabama has an overall health index grade of D, making it about on par with Alabama, and somewhat worse than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Bessemer, Alabama.
What is the health grade for Bessemer, Alabama?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Bessemer, Alabama.
What is the life expectancy in Bessemer, Alabama?
The life expectancy in Bessemer, Alabama is 71.9 years, lower than the Alabama average of 74.7 years.
What percentage of Bessemer, Alabama residents are uninsured?
12.0% of Bessemer, Alabama residents are uninsured, higher than the Alabama average of 9.4%.
What percentage of Bessemer, Alabama residents are obese?
44.5% of Bessemer, Alabama residents are classified as obese, higher than the Alabama average of 41.3%.