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 | Mineral County | Colorado Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 80.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 15.6% | 7.7% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Mineral County is 15.6%, higher than the Colorado average of 7.7%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Mineral County | Colorado Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.7% | 9.3% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.9% | 6.7% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.0% | 6.2% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 24.6% | 26.3% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 11.2% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Mineral County is about 32% higher than in Colorado. The rate of self-rated poor health in Mineral County is about 15% lower than in Colorado.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Mineral County | Colorado Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 12.9% | 16.1% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% | 17.8% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 16.5% | 19.9% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Mineral County is about 20% lower than in Colorado. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Mineral County is about 17% lower than in Colorado.
Air Quality
| Metric | Mineral County | Colorado Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.48 | 4.49 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 3.5 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Mineral County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Mineral County, Colorado.
What percentage of Mineral County, Colorado residents are uninsured?
15.6% of Mineral County, Colorado residents are uninsured, higher than the Colorado average of 7.7%.
What percentage of Mineral County, Colorado residents are obese?
24.6% of Mineral County, Colorado residents are classified as obese, lower than the Colorado average of 26.3%.