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 | Atlanta | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 75.4 | 75.8 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 10.2% | 12.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Atlanta is 75.4 years, about 0.5 years shorter than the Georgia average of 75.8 years.
The uninsured population in Atlanta is 10.2%, lower than the Georgia average of 12.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Atlanta | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.7% | 13.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 4.6% | 6.2% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.3% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 32.9% | 38.0% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 16.9% | 20.0% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Atlanta is about 30% lower than in Georgia. The rate of cancer in Atlanta is about 27% lower than in Georgia. The rate of self-rated poor health in Atlanta is about 15% lower than in Georgia.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Atlanta | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 16.7% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% | 14.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.6% | 30.5% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Atlanta is about 24% lower than in Georgia. The rate of binge drinking in Atlanta is about 22% higher than in Georgia. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Atlanta is about 19% lower than in Georgia.
Air Quality
| Metric | Atlanta | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.65 | 7.78 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.6 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Atlanta is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Atlanta, Georgia has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Georgia, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Atlanta, Georgia.
What is the health grade for Atlanta, Georgia?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Atlanta, Georgia.
What is the life expectancy in Atlanta, Georgia?
The life expectancy in Atlanta, Georgia is 75.4 years, lower than the Georgia average of 75.8 years.
What percentage of Atlanta, Georgia residents are uninsured?
10.2% of Atlanta, Georgia residents are uninsured, lower than the Georgia average of 12.6%.
What percentage of Atlanta, Georgia residents are obese?
32.9% of Atlanta, Georgia residents are classified as obese, lower than the Georgia average of 38.0%.