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 | Washington | District of Columbia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 76.4 | 76.4 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 3.4% | 3.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Washington is about the same as in District of Columbia, at 76.4 years.
The uninsured rate in Washington is about the same as in District of Columbia, at 3.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Washington | District of Columbia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 8.5% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.0% | 5.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 4.2% | 4.2% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 25.3% | 25.3% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.3% | 12.3% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Washington are about the same as in District of Columbia.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Washington | District of Columbia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 14.1% | 14.1% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.8% | 20.8% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 18.7% | 18.7% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Washington are about the same as in District of Columbia.
Air Quality
| Metric | Washington | District of Columbia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.41 | 6.41 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.4 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Washington is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Washington, District of Columbia has an overall health index grade of A, making it somewhat better than District of Columbia, and notably better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Washington, District of Columbia.
What is the health grade for Washington, District of Columbia?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Washington, District of Columbia.
What is the life expectancy in Washington, District of Columbia?
The life expectancy in Washington, District of Columbia is 76.4 years, about the same as the District of Columbia average.
What percentage of Washington, District of Columbia residents are uninsured?
3.4% of Washington, District of Columbia residents are uninsured, about the same as the District of Columbia average.
What percentage of Washington, District of Columbia residents are obese?
25.3% of Washington, District of Columbia residents are classified as obese, about the same as the District of Columbia average.