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 | Maricopa | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.7 | 78.3 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 10.6% | 10.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Maricopa is 78.7 years, about 0.4 years longer than the Arizona average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured rate in Maricopa is about the same as in Arizona, at 10.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Maricopa | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 7.5% | 12.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 3.8% | 6.6% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 3.7% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 35.2% | 32.8% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.2% | 19.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Maricopa is about 51% lower than in Arizona. The rate of cancer in Maricopa is about 42% lower than in Arizona. The rate of diabetes in Maricopa is about 41% lower than in Arizona.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Maricopa | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 19.2% | 19.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% | 14.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 21.5% | 26.3% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Maricopa is about 21% higher than in Arizona. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Maricopa is about 18% lower than in Arizona.
Air Quality
| Metric | Maricopa | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.94 | 5.32 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.9 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Maricopa is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Maricopa, Arizona has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Arizona, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Maricopa, Arizona.
What is the health grade for Maricopa, Arizona?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Maricopa, Arizona.
What is the life expectancy in Maricopa, Arizona?
The life expectancy in Maricopa, Arizona is 78.7 years, higher than the Arizona average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Maricopa, Arizona residents are uninsured?
10.6% of Maricopa, Arizona residents are uninsured, about the same as the Arizona average.
What percentage of Maricopa, Arizona residents are obese?
35.2% of Maricopa, Arizona residents are classified as obese, higher than the Arizona average of 32.8%.