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 | Waterbury | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 76.8 | 80.1 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 7.5% | 5.1% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Waterbury is 76.8 years, about 3.3 years shorter than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
The uninsured population in Waterbury is 7.5%, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Waterbury | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 13.3% | 9.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.6% | 6.8% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.9% | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 39.8% | 30.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 20.2% | 12.0% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Waterbury is about 68% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of diabetes in Waterbury is about 48% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of obesity in Waterbury is about 32% higher than in Connecticut.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Waterbury | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 22.4% | 15.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.9% | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 31.7% | 20.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Waterbury is about 57% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of smoking in Waterbury is about 47% higher than in Connecticut.
Air Quality
| Metric | Waterbury | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.09 | 6.62 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.1 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Waterbury is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Waterbury, Connecticut has an overall health index grade of C, making it about on par with Connecticut, and about on par with the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Waterbury, Connecticut.
What is the health grade for Waterbury, Connecticut?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Waterbury, Connecticut.
What is the life expectancy in Waterbury, Connecticut?
The life expectancy in Waterbury, Connecticut is 76.8 years, lower than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
What percentage of Waterbury, Connecticut residents are uninsured?
7.5% of Waterbury, Connecticut residents are uninsured, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
What percentage of Waterbury, Connecticut residents are obese?
39.8% of Waterbury, Connecticut residents are classified as obese, higher than the Connecticut average of 30.1%.