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 | West Melbourne | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 77.8 | 77.2 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 11.1% | 11.9% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in West Melbourne is 77.8 years, about 0.6 years longer than the Florida average of 77.2 years.
The uninsured population in West Melbourne is 11.1%, lower than the Florida average of 11.9%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | West Melbourne | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.4% | 12.5% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.6% | 7.3% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.9% | 8.0% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 30.9% | 33.8% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 14.7% | 19.5% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in West Melbourne is about 25% lower than in Florida. The rate of cancer in West Melbourne is about 18% higher than in Florida.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | West Melbourne | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.2% | 21.3% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% | 14.8% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.1% | 29.1% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in West Melbourne is about 28% lower than in Florida. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in West Melbourne is about 17% lower than in Florida.
Air Quality
| Metric | West Melbourne | Florida Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.24 | 7.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in West Melbourne is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, West Melbourne, Florida has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Florida, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in West Melbourne, Florida.
What is the health grade for West Melbourne, Florida?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; West Melbourne, Florida.
What is the life expectancy in West Melbourne, Florida?
The life expectancy in West Melbourne, Florida is 77.8 years, higher than the Florida average of 77.2 years.
What percentage of West Melbourne, Florida residents are uninsured?
11.1% of West Melbourne, Florida residents are uninsured, lower than the Florida average of 11.9%.
What percentage of West Melbourne, Florida residents are obese?
30.9% of West Melbourne, Florida residents are classified as obese, lower than the Florida average of 33.8%.