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 | Columbus | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 74.5 | 75.8 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 11.3% | 12.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Columbus is 74.5 years, about 1.3 years shorter than the Georgia average of 75.8 years.
The uninsured population in Columbus is 11.3%, lower than the Georgia average of 12.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Columbus | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 14.3% | 13.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.4% | 6.2% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.0% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 39.2% | 38.0% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 21.9% | 20.0% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Columbus are about the same as in Georgia.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Columbus | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 23.2% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% | 14.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 32.0% | 30.5% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Columbus are about the same as in Georgia.
Air Quality
| Metric | Columbus | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.94 | 7.78 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.9 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Columbus is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Columbus, 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 Columbus, Georgia.
What is the health grade for Columbus, Georgia?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Columbus, Georgia.
What is the life expectancy in Columbus, Georgia?
The life expectancy in Columbus, Georgia is 74.5 years, lower than the Georgia average of 75.8 years.
What percentage of Columbus, Georgia residents are uninsured?
11.3% of Columbus, Georgia residents are uninsured, lower than the Georgia average of 12.6%.
What percentage of Columbus, Georgia residents are obese?
39.2% of Columbus, Georgia residents are classified as obese, higher than the Georgia average of 38.0%.