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 | Phoenix | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 77.6 | 78.3 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 14.5% | 10.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Phoenix is 77.6 years, about 0.7 years shorter than the Arizona average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Phoenix is 14.5%, higher than the Arizona average of 10.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Phoenix | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.0% | 12.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 4.8% | 6.6% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 4.9% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 32.5% | 32.8% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 16.7% | 19.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Phoenix is about 34% lower than in Arizona. The rate of cancer in Phoenix is about 28% lower than in Arizona. The rate of diabetes in Phoenix is about 21% lower than in Arizona.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Phoenix | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 16.8% | 19.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% | 14.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.5% | 26.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Phoenix are about the same as in Arizona.
Air Quality
| Metric | Phoenix | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.39 | 5.32 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.4 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Phoenix is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Phoenix, 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 Phoenix, Arizona.
What is the health grade for Phoenix, Arizona?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Phoenix, Arizona.
What is the life expectancy in Phoenix, Arizona?
The life expectancy in Phoenix, Arizona is 77.6 years, lower than the Arizona average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Phoenix, Arizona residents are uninsured?
14.5% of Phoenix, Arizona residents are uninsured, higher than the Arizona average of 10.6%.
What percentage of Phoenix, Arizona residents are obese?
32.5% of Phoenix, Arizona residents are classified as obese, lower than the Arizona average of 32.8%.