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 | Torrington | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 77.3 | 80.1 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.5% | 5.1% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Torrington is 77.3 years, about 2.8 years shorter than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
The uninsured population in Torrington is 5.5%, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Torrington | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.2% | 9.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.1% | 6.8% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.8% | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.6% | 30.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.9% | 12.0% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Torrington is about 17% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of self-rated poor health in Torrington is about 16% higher than in Connecticut.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Torrington | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 19.2% | 15.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 23.0% | 20.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Torrington is about 26% higher than in Connecticut.
Air Quality
| Metric | Torrington | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.08 | 6.62 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.1 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Torrington is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Torrington, 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 Torrington, Connecticut.
What is the health grade for Torrington, Connecticut?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Torrington, Connecticut.
What is the life expectancy in Torrington, Connecticut?
The life expectancy in Torrington, Connecticut is 77.3 years, lower than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
What percentage of Torrington, Connecticut residents are uninsured?
5.5% of Torrington, Connecticut residents are uninsured, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
What percentage of Torrington, Connecticut residents are obese?
31.6% of Torrington, Connecticut residents are classified as obese, higher than the Connecticut average of 30.1%.