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 | Brandon | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.8 | 77.2 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 12.9% | 11.9% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Brandon is 78.8 years, about 1.5 years longer than the Florida average of 77.2 years.
The uninsured population in Brandon is 12.9%, higher than the Florida average of 11.9%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Brandon | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 8.8% | 12.5% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 4.9% | 7.3% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 4.8% | 8.0% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 29.5% | 33.8% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 14.0% | 19.5% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Brandon is about 40% lower than in Florida. The rate of cancer in Brandon is about 32% lower than in Florida. The rate of diabetes in Brandon is about 29% lower than in Florida.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Brandon | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.5% | 21.3% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% | 14.8% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 23.8% | 29.1% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Brandon is about 20% higher than in Florida. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Brandon is about 18% lower than in Florida. The rate of smoking in Brandon is about 18% lower than in Florida.
Air Quality
| Metric | Brandon | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.75 | 7.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.7 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Brandon is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Brandon, Florida has an overall health index grade of B, making it notably better than Florida, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Brandon, Florida.
What is the health grade for Brandon, Florida?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Brandon, Florida.
What is the life expectancy in Brandon, Florida?
The life expectancy in Brandon, Florida is 78.8 years, higher than the Florida average of 77.2 years.
What percentage of Brandon, Florida residents are uninsured?
12.9% of Brandon, Florida residents are uninsured, higher than the Florida average of 11.9%.
What percentage of Brandon, Florida residents are obese?
29.5% of Brandon, Florida residents are classified as obese, lower than the Florida average of 33.8%.