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 | Statesboro | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 71.1 | 75.8 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 12.7% | 12.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Statesboro is 71.1 years, about 4.8 years shorter than the Georgia average of 75.8 years.
The uninsured population in Statesboro is 12.7%, higher than the Georgia average of 12.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Statesboro | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 8.2% | 13.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 3.3% | 6.2% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 4.4% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 34.7% | 38.0% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 17.6% | 20.0% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Statesboro is about 47% lower than in Georgia. The rate of heart disease in Statesboro is about 42% lower than in Georgia. The rate of diabetes in Statesboro is about 40% lower than in Georgia.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Statesboro | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.5% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% | 14.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 27.6% | 30.5% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Statesboro is about 18% higher than in Georgia. The rate of smoking in Statesboro is about 16% lower than in Georgia.
Air Quality
| Metric | Statesboro | Georgia Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.98 | 7.78 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.0 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Statesboro is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Statesboro, 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 Statesboro, Georgia.
What is the health grade for Statesboro, Georgia?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Statesboro, Georgia.
What is the life expectancy in Statesboro, Georgia?
The life expectancy in Statesboro, Georgia is 71.1 years, lower than the Georgia average of 75.8 years.
What percentage of Statesboro, Georgia residents are uninsured?
12.7% of Statesboro, Georgia residents are uninsured, higher than the Georgia average of 12.6%.
What percentage of Statesboro, Georgia residents are obese?
34.7% of Statesboro, Georgia residents are classified as obese, lower than the Georgia average of 38.0%.