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 | Buford | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 77.4 | 75.8 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 14.9% | 12.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Buford is 77.4 years, about 1.6 years longer than the Georgia average of 75.8 years.
The uninsured population in Buford is 14.9%, higher than the Georgia average of 12.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Buford | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.5% | 13.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.7% | 6.2% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.4% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.8% | 38.0% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 17.4% | 20.0% | 16.3% |
The rate of obesity in Buford is about 16% lower than in Georgia. The rate of diabetes in Buford is about 16% lower than in Georgia. The rate of heart disease in Buford is about 15% lower than in Georgia.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Buford | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.7% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% | 14.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 26.0% | 30.5% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Buford is about 15% lower than in Georgia.
Air Quality
| Metric | Buford | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.37 | 7.78 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.4 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Buford is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Buford, Georgia has an overall health index grade of C, making it somewhat better than Georgia, and about on par with the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Buford, Georgia.
What is the health grade for Buford, Georgia?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Buford, Georgia.
What is the life expectancy in Buford, Georgia?
The life expectancy in Buford, Georgia is 77.4 years, higher than the Georgia average of 75.8 years.
What percentage of Buford, Georgia residents are uninsured?
14.9% of Buford, Georgia residents are uninsured, higher than the Georgia average of 12.6%.
What percentage of Buford, Georgia residents are obese?
31.8% of Buford, Georgia residents are classified as obese, lower than the Georgia average of 38.0%.