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 | Marietta | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.3 | 75.8 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 20.6% | 12.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Marietta is 78.3 years, about 2.4 years longer than the Georgia average of 75.8 years.
The uninsured population in Marietta is 20.6%, higher than the Georgia average of 12.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Marietta | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.1% | 13.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 4.2% | 6.2% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 4.3% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.2% | 38.0% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 14.7% | 20.0% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Marietta is about 43% lower than in Georgia. The rate of diabetes in Marietta is about 33% lower than in Georgia. The rate of cancer in Marietta is about 33% lower than in Georgia.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Marietta | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 16.3% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% | 14.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.5% | 30.5% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Marietta is about 26% lower than in Georgia. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Marietta is about 20% lower than in Georgia. The rate of binge drinking in Marietta is about 17% higher than in Georgia.
Air Quality
| Metric | Marietta | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.75 | 7.78 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.7 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Marietta is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Marietta, 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 Marietta, Georgia.
What is the health grade for Marietta, Georgia?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Marietta, Georgia.
What is the life expectancy in Marietta, Georgia?
The life expectancy in Marietta, Georgia is 78.3 years, higher than the Georgia average of 75.8 years.
What percentage of Marietta, Georgia residents are uninsured?
20.6% of Marietta, Georgia residents are uninsured, higher than the Georgia average of 12.6%.
What percentage of Marietta, Georgia residents are obese?
36.2% of Marietta, Georgia residents are classified as obese, lower than the Georgia average of 38.0%.