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 | Madison | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 80.3 | 74.7 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 4.5% | 9.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Madison is 80.3 years, about 5.6 years longer than the Alabama average of 74.7 years.
The uninsured population in Madison is 4.5%, lower than the Alabama average of 9.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Madison | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 14.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.4% | 6.7% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 4.2% | 8.2% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.5% | 41.3% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 10.9% | 23.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Madison is about 53% lower than in Alabama. The rate of heart disease in Madison is about 49% lower than in Alabama. The rate of diabetes in Madison is about 43% lower than in Alabama.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Madison | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 12.6% | 22.1% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% | 13.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 17.9% | 32.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Madison is about 45% lower than in Alabama. The rate of smoking in Madison is about 43% lower than in Alabama. The rate of binge drinking in Madison is about 24% higher than in Alabama.
Air Quality
| Metric | Madison | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.60 | 7.76 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.6 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Madison is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Madison, Alabama has an overall health index grade of A, making it far better than Alabama, and notably better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Madison, Alabama.
What is the health grade for Madison, Alabama?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Madison, Alabama.
What is the life expectancy in Madison, Alabama?
The life expectancy in Madison, Alabama is 80.3 years, higher than the Alabama average of 74.7 years.
What percentage of Madison, Alabama residents are uninsured?
4.5% of Madison, Alabama residents are uninsured, lower than the Alabama average of 9.4%.
What percentage of Madison, Alabama residents are obese?
31.5% of Madison, Alabama residents are classified as obese, lower than the Alabama average of 41.3%.