Overall Health Rating
Healthier than 90% of states in US
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.
Healthiest and Least Healthy Counties in Connecticut
- Western Connecticut Planning Region (105% of U.S. avg)
- Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region (104% of U.S. avg)
- Northwest Hills Planning Region (103% of U.S. avg)
- Naugatuck Valley Planning Region (102% of U.S. avg)
- South Central Connecticut Planning Region (102% of U.S. avg)
- Capitol Planning Region (102% of U.S. avg)
Ranked by the Map AI Health Index, which combines life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment.
General Health Overview
| Metric | Connecticut | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 80.1 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.1% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Connecticut is 80.1 years, about 1.8 years longer than the US average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Connecticut is 5.1%, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Connecticut | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.8% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 30.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.0% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Connecticut is about 26% lower than in US. The rate of diabetes in Connecticut is about 20% lower than in US. The rate of heart disease in Connecticut is about 19% lower than in US.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Connecticut | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 20.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Connecticut is about 20% lower than in US. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Connecticut is about 20% lower than in US.
Air Quality
| Metric | Connecticut | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.62 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.6 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Connecticut is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Connecticut has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Connecticut.
What is the health grade for Connecticut?
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Is Connecticut one of the healthiest states in US?
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What is the life expectancy in Connecticut?
The life expectancy in Connecticut is 80.1 years, higher than the US average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Connecticut residents are uninsured?
5.1% of Connecticut residents are uninsured, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
What percentage of Connecticut residents are obese?
30.1% of Connecticut residents are classified as obese, lower than the US average of 34.3%.