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 | Newark | Delaware Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 81.6 | 77.7 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 4.5% | 6.2% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Newark is 81.6 years, about 3.9 years longer than the Delaware average of 77.7 years.
The uninsured population in Newark is 4.5%, lower than the Delaware average of 6.2%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Newark | Delaware Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 6.9% | 11.5% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 4.3% | 7.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 4.3% | 6.9% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 28.4% | 36.6% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 11.7% | 14.8% | 16.3% |
The rate of diabetes in Newark is about 40% lower than in Delaware. The rate of cancer in Newark is about 38% lower than in Delaware. The rate of heart disease in Newark is about 38% lower than in Delaware.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Newark | Delaware Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 13.5% | 17.3% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% | 14.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 21.1% | 26.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Newark is about 31% higher than in Delaware. The rate of smoking in Newark is about 22% lower than in Delaware. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Newark is about 20% lower than in Delaware.
Air Quality
| Metric | Newark | Delaware Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.73 | 6.57 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.7 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Newark is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Newark, Delaware has an overall health index grade of A, making it notably better than Delaware, and notably better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Newark, Delaware.
What is the health grade for Newark, Delaware?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Newark, Delaware.
What is the life expectancy in Newark, Delaware?
The life expectancy in Newark, Delaware is 81.6 years, higher than the Delaware average of 77.7 years.
What percentage of Newark, Delaware residents are uninsured?
4.5% of Newark, Delaware residents are uninsured, lower than the Delaware average of 6.2%.
What percentage of Newark, Delaware residents are obese?
28.4% of Newark, Delaware residents are classified as obese, lower than the Delaware average of 36.6%.