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 | Sun City West | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 80.2 | 78.3 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 2.0% | 10.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Sun City West is 80.2 years, about 1.9 years longer than the Arizona average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Sun City West is 2.0%, lower than the Arizona average of 10.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Sun City West | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 16.4% | 12.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 17.1% | 6.6% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 14.5% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 23.9% | 32.8% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 16.7% | 19.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Sun City West is about 158% higher than in Arizona. The rate of heart disease in Sun City West is about 95% higher than in Arizona. The rate of diabetes in Sun City West is about 30% higher than in Arizona.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Sun City West | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 7.8% | 19.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 5.5% | 14.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.0% | 26.3% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Sun City West is about 63% lower than in Arizona. The rate of smoking in Sun City West is about 60% lower than in Arizona.
Air Quality
| Metric | Sun City West | Arizona Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.79 | 5.32 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.8 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Sun City West is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Sun City West, 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 Sun City West, Arizona.
What is the health grade for Sun City West, Arizona?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Sun City West, Arizona.
What is the life expectancy in Sun City West, Arizona?
The life expectancy in Sun City West, Arizona is 80.2 years, higher than the Arizona average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Sun City West, Arizona residents are uninsured?
2.0% of Sun City West, Arizona residents are uninsured, lower than the Arizona average of 10.6%.
What percentage of Sun City West, Arizona residents are obese?
23.9% of Sun City West, Arizona residents are classified as obese, lower than the Arizona average of 32.8%.