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 | East Hartford | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 77.8 | 80.1 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.6% | 5.1% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in East Hartford is 77.8 years, about 2.3 years shorter than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
The uninsured population in East Hartford is 5.6%, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | East Hartford | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.9% | 9.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.2% | 6.8% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.3% | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 34.7% | 30.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 16.2% | 12.0% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in East Hartford is about 35% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of diabetes in East Hartford is about 32% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of obesity in East Hartford is about 15% higher than in Connecticut.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | East Hartford | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.5% | 15.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 26.8% | 20.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in East Hartford is about 33% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of smoking in East Hartford is about 21% higher than in Connecticut.
Air Quality
| Metric | East Hartford | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.98 | 6.62 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.0 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in East Hartford is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, East Hartford, 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 East Hartford, Connecticut.
What is the health grade for East Hartford, Connecticut?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; East Hartford, Connecticut.
What is the life expectancy in East Hartford, Connecticut?
The life expectancy in East Hartford, Connecticut is 77.8 years, lower than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
What percentage of East Hartford, Connecticut residents are uninsured?
5.6% of East Hartford, Connecticut residents are uninsured, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
What percentage of East Hartford, Connecticut residents are obese?
34.7% of East Hartford, Connecticut residents are classified as obese, higher than the Connecticut average of 30.1%.