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 | Bridgeport | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 77.4 | 80.1 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 13.8% | 5.1% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Bridgeport is 77.4 years, about 2.7 years shorter than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
The uninsured population in Bridgeport is 13.8%, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Bridgeport | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.0% | 9.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 4.5% | 6.8% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.4% | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.3% | 30.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 19.7% | 12.0% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Bridgeport is about 64% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of cancer in Bridgeport is about 33% lower than in Connecticut. The rate of diabetes in Bridgeport is about 22% higher than in Connecticut.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Bridgeport | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.4% | 15.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 28.7% | 20.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Bridgeport is about 42% higher than in Connecticut.
Air Quality
| Metric | Bridgeport | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.01 | 6.62 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.0 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Bridgeport is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Bridgeport, Connecticut has an overall health index grade of B, making it about on par with Connecticut, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
What is the health grade for Bridgeport, Connecticut?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Bridgeport, Connecticut.
What is the life expectancy in Bridgeport, Connecticut?
The life expectancy in Bridgeport, Connecticut is 77.4 years, lower than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
What percentage of Bridgeport, Connecticut residents are uninsured?
13.8% of Bridgeport, Connecticut residents are uninsured, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
What percentage of Bridgeport, Connecticut residents are obese?
31.3% of Bridgeport, Connecticut residents are classified as obese, higher than the Connecticut average of 30.1%.