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 | Sierra Vista | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 77.1 | 78.3 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.5% | 10.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Sierra Vista is 77.1 years, about 1.2 years shorter than the Arizona average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Sierra Vista is 5.5%, lower than the Arizona average of 10.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Sierra Vista | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 12.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.5% | 6.6% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.3% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 27.9% | 32.8% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.5% | 19.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of diabetes in Sierra Vista is about 33% lower than in Arizona. The rate of self-rated poor health in Sierra Vista is about 30% lower than in Arizona. The rate of heart disease in Sierra Vista is about 28% lower than in Arizona.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Sierra Vista | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 16.7% | 19.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% | 14.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 20.8% | 26.3% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Sierra Vista is about 21% lower than in Arizona.
Air Quality
| Metric | Sierra Vista | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.70 | 5.32 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 5.7 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Sierra Vista is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Sierra Vista, Arizona has an overall health index grade of B, making it notably better than Arizona, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Sierra Vista, Arizona.
What is the health grade for Sierra Vista, Arizona?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Sierra Vista, Arizona.
What is the life expectancy in Sierra Vista, Arizona?
The life expectancy in Sierra Vista, Arizona is 77.1 years, lower than the Arizona average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Sierra Vista, Arizona residents are uninsured?
5.5% of Sierra Vista, Arizona residents are uninsured, lower than the Arizona average of 10.6%.
What percentage of Sierra Vista, Arizona residents are obese?
27.9% of Sierra Vista, Arizona residents are classified as obese, lower than the Arizona average of 32.8%.