Overall Health Rating
Less healthy than 89% of counties in Alabama
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 | Monroe County | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 75.0 | 74.7 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 11.2% | 9.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Monroe County is 75.0 years, about 0.3 years longer than the Alabama average of 74.7 years.
The uninsured population in Monroe County is 11.2%, higher than the Alabama average of 9.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Monroe County | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 18.5% | 14.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.8% | 6.7% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 9.5% | 8.2% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 46.1% | 41.3% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 28.7% | 23.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of diabetes in Monroe County is about 24% higher than in Alabama. The rate of self-rated poor health in Monroe County is about 23% higher than in Alabama. The rate of heart disease in Monroe County is about 16% higher than in Alabama.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Monroe County | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 24.6% | 22.1% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.8% | 13.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 35.6% | 32.2% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Monroe County are about the same as in Alabama.
Air Quality
| Metric | Monroe County | Alabama Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.78 | 7.76 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.8 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Monroe County is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Monroe County, 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 Monroe County, Alabama.
What is the health grade for Monroe County, Alabama?
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Is Monroe County, Alabama one of the healthiest counties in Alabama?
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What is the life expectancy in Monroe County, Alabama?
The life expectancy in Monroe County, Alabama is 75.0 years, higher than the Alabama average of 74.7 years.
What percentage of Monroe County, Alabama residents are uninsured?
11.2% of Monroe County, Alabama residents are uninsured, higher than the Alabama average of 9.4%.
What percentage of Monroe County, Alabama residents are obese?
46.1% of Monroe County, Alabama residents are classified as obese, higher than the Alabama average of 41.3%.