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 | Newington | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 81.1 | 80.1 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 4.6% | 5.1% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Newington is 81.1 years, about 1.0 years longer than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
The uninsured population in Newington is 4.6%, lower than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Newington | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.3% | 9.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.6% | 6.8% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.1% | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 28.7% | 30.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 10.7% | 12.0% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Newington are about the same as in Connecticut.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Newington | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 13.9% | 15.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 19.3% | 20.2% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Newington are about the same as in Connecticut.
Air Quality
| Metric | Newington | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.11 | 6.62 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.1 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Newington is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Newington, Connecticut has an overall health index grade of A, making it somewhat better than Connecticut, and notably better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Newington, Connecticut.
What is the health grade for Newington, Connecticut?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Newington, Connecticut.
What is the life expectancy in Newington, Connecticut?
The life expectancy in Newington, Connecticut is 81.1 years, higher than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
What percentage of Newington, Connecticut residents are uninsured?
4.6% of Newington, Connecticut residents are uninsured, lower than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
What percentage of Newington, Connecticut residents are obese?
28.7% of Newington, Connecticut residents are classified as obese, lower than the Connecticut average of 30.1%.