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 | Wilmington | Delaware Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 74.4 | 77.7 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 7.2% | 6.2% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Wilmington is 74.4 years, about 3.3 years shorter than the Delaware average of 77.7 years.
The uninsured population in Wilmington is 7.2%, higher than the Delaware average of 6.2%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Wilmington | Delaware Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 14.7% | 11.5% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.1% | 7.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.3% | 6.9% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 42.1% | 36.6% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 21.1% | 14.8% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Wilmington is about 43% higher than in Delaware. The rate of diabetes in Wilmington is about 28% higher than in Delaware. The rate of cancer in Wilmington is about 27% lower than in Delaware.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Wilmington | Delaware Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 21.0% | 17.3% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% | 14.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 31.7% | 26.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Wilmington is about 21% higher than in Delaware. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Wilmington is about 21% higher than in Delaware.
Air Quality
| Metric | Wilmington | Delaware Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.41 | 6.57 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.4 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Wilmington is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Wilmington, Delaware has an overall health index grade of C, making it about on par with Delaware, and about on par with the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Wilmington, Delaware.
What is the health grade for Wilmington, Delaware?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Wilmington, Delaware.
What is the life expectancy in Wilmington, Delaware?
The life expectancy in Wilmington, Delaware is 74.4 years, lower than the Delaware average of 77.7 years.
What percentage of Wilmington, Delaware residents are uninsured?
7.2% of Wilmington, Delaware residents are uninsured, higher than the Delaware average of 6.2%.
What percentage of Wilmington, Delaware residents are obese?
42.1% of Wilmington, Delaware residents are classified as obese, higher than the Delaware average of 36.6%.