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 | Meriden | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.0 | 80.1 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.7% | 5.1% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Meriden is 78.0 years, about 2.1 years shorter than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
The uninsured population in Meriden is 5.7%, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Meriden | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.7% | 9.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.7% | 6.8% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.8% | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.2% | 30.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 15.2% | 12.0% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Meriden is about 27% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of obesity in Meriden is about 20% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of diabetes in Meriden is about 19% higher than in Connecticut.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Meriden | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.7% | 15.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 26.5% | 20.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Meriden is about 31% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of smoking in Meriden is about 23% higher than in Connecticut.
Air Quality
| Metric | Meriden | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.20 | 6.62 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Meriden is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Meriden, 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 Meriden, Connecticut.
What is the health grade for Meriden, Connecticut?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Meriden, Connecticut.
What is the life expectancy in Meriden, Connecticut?
The life expectancy in Meriden, Connecticut is 78.0 years, lower than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
What percentage of Meriden, Connecticut residents are uninsured?
5.7% of Meriden, Connecticut residents are uninsured, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
What percentage of Meriden, Connecticut residents are obese?
36.2% of Meriden, Connecticut residents are classified as obese, higher than the Connecticut average of 30.1%.