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 | Jacksonville | Arkansas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 74.7 | 75.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 13.2% | 9.0% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Jacksonville is 74.7 years, about 0.8 years shorter than the Arkansas average of 75.5 years.
The uninsured population in Jacksonville is 13.2%, higher than the Arkansas average of 9.0%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Jacksonville | Arkansas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.8% | 13.7% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.0% | 7.1% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.8% | 8.7% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 34.9% | 39.0% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 18.6% | 22.8% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Jacksonville is about 33% lower than in Arkansas. The rate of cancer in Jacksonville is about 29% lower than in Arkansas. The rate of diabetes in Jacksonville is about 28% lower than in Arkansas.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Jacksonville | Arkansas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 20.9% | 23.3% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% | 13.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 28.4% | 33.0% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Jacksonville is about 30% higher than in Arkansas.
Air Quality
| Metric | Jacksonville | Arkansas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.19 | 7.47 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Jacksonville is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Jacksonville, Arkansas has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Arkansas, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Jacksonville, Arkansas.
What is the health grade for Jacksonville, Arkansas?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Jacksonville, Arkansas.
What is the life expectancy in Jacksonville, Arkansas?
The life expectancy in Jacksonville, Arkansas is 74.7 years, lower than the Arkansas average of 75.5 years.
What percentage of Jacksonville, Arkansas residents are uninsured?
13.2% of Jacksonville, Arkansas residents are uninsured, higher than the Arkansas average of 9.0%.
What percentage of Jacksonville, Arkansas residents are obese?
34.9% of Jacksonville, Arkansas residents are classified as obese, lower than the Arkansas average of 39.0%.