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 | Fort Pierce | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 73.0 | 77.2 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 19.0% | 11.9% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Fort Pierce is 73.0 years, about 4.2 years shorter than the Florida average of 77.2 years.
The uninsured population in Fort Pierce is 19.0%, higher than the Florida average of 11.9%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Fort Pierce | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 16.5% | 12.5% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.2% | 7.3% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 9.0% | 8.0% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 42.2% | 33.8% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 29.1% | 19.5% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Fort Pierce is about 50% higher than in Florida. The rate of diabetes in Fort Pierce is about 32% higher than in Florida. The rate of obesity in Fort Pierce is about 25% higher than in Florida.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Fort Pierce | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 26.9% | 21.3% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.9% | 14.8% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 40.2% | 29.1% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Fort Pierce is about 38% higher than in Florida. The rate of smoking in Fort Pierce is about 26% higher than in Florida.
Air Quality
| Metric | Fort Pierce | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.00 | 7.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.0 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Fort Pierce is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Fort Pierce, Florida has an overall health index grade of F, making it somewhat worse than Florida, and worse than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Fort Pierce, Florida.
What is the health grade for Fort Pierce, Florida?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Fort Pierce, Florida.
What is the life expectancy in Fort Pierce, Florida?
The life expectancy in Fort Pierce, Florida is 73.0 years, lower than the Florida average of 77.2 years.
What percentage of Fort Pierce, Florida residents are uninsured?
19.0% of Fort Pierce, Florida residents are uninsured, higher than the Florida average of 11.9%.
What percentage of Fort Pierce, Florida residents are obese?
42.2% of Fort Pierce, Florida residents are classified as obese, higher than the Florida average of 33.8%.