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 | West Haven | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.1 | 80.1 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 9.0% | 5.1% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in West Haven is 78.1 years, about 2.0 years shorter than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
The uninsured population in West Haven is 9.0%, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | West Haven | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.1% | 9.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.0% | 6.8% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.7% | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 34.5% | 30.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.4% | 12.0% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in West Haven are about the same as in Connecticut.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | West Haven | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.6% | 15.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.0% | 20.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in West Haven is about 19% higher than in Connecticut. The rate of smoking in West Haven is about 16% higher than in Connecticut.
Air Quality
| Metric | West Haven | Connecticut Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.00 | 6.62 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.0 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in West Haven is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, West Haven, 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 West Haven, Connecticut.
What is the health grade for West Haven, Connecticut?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; West Haven, Connecticut.
What is the life expectancy in West Haven, Connecticut?
The life expectancy in West Haven, Connecticut is 78.1 years, lower than the Connecticut average of 80.1 years.
What percentage of West Haven, Connecticut residents are uninsured?
9.0% of West Haven, Connecticut residents are uninsured, higher than the Connecticut average of 5.1%.
What percentage of West Haven, Connecticut residents are obese?
34.5% of West Haven, Connecticut residents are classified as obese, higher than the Connecticut average of 30.1%.