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 | Benton | Arkansas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.1 | 75.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.1% | 9.0% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Benton is 78.1 years, about 2.6 years longer than the Arkansas average of 75.5 years.
The uninsured population in Benton is 6.1%, lower than the Arkansas average of 9.0%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Benton | Arkansas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.6% | 13.7% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.7% | 7.1% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.4% | 8.7% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 37.6% | 39.0% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 15.5% | 22.8% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Benton is about 32% lower than in Arkansas. The rate of diabetes in Benton is about 30% lower than in Arkansas. The rate of heart disease in Benton is about 27% lower than in Arkansas.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Benton | Arkansas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.7% | 23.3% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% | 13.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 26.7% | 33.0% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Benton is about 24% lower than in Arkansas. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Benton is about 19% lower than in Arkansas.
Air Quality
| Metric | Benton | Arkansas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.90 | 7.47 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.9 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Benton is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Benton, Arkansas has an overall health index grade of B, making it notably better than Arkansas, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Benton, Arkansas.
What is the health grade for Benton, Arkansas?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Benton, Arkansas.
What is the life expectancy in Benton, Arkansas?
The life expectancy in Benton, Arkansas is 78.1 years, higher than the Arkansas average of 75.5 years.
What percentage of Benton, Arkansas residents are uninsured?
6.1% of Benton, Arkansas residents are uninsured, lower than the Arkansas average of 9.0%.
What percentage of Benton, Arkansas residents are obese?
37.6% of Benton, Arkansas residents are classified as obese, lower than the Arkansas average of 39.0%.