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 | Waipahu | Hawaii Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 80.8 | 81.8 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.0% | 3.7% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Waipahu is 80.8 years, about 1.0 years shorter than the Hawaii average of 81.8 years.
The uninsured population in Waipahu is 6.0%, higher than the Hawaii average of 3.7%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Waipahu | Hawaii Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 12.3% | 10.5% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 4.6% | 6.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 4.8% | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 21.0% | 25.3% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 14.2% | 13.3% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Waipahu is about 23% lower than in Hawaii. The rate of obesity in Waipahu is about 17% lower than in Hawaii. The rate of heart disease in Waipahu is about 17% lower than in Hawaii.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Waipahu | Hawaii Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 13.3% | 14.4% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.1% | 17.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 26.1% | 19.0% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Waipahu is about 37% higher than in Hawaii. The rate of binge drinking in Waipahu is about 31% lower than in Hawaii.
Air Quality
| Metric | Waipahu | Hawaii Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | — | — | 6.09 |
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Waipahu, Hawaii has an overall health index grade of A, making it somewhat better than Hawaii, and notably better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Waipahu, Hawaii.
What is the health grade for Waipahu, Hawaii?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Waipahu, Hawaii.
What is the life expectancy in Waipahu, Hawaii?
The life expectancy in Waipahu, Hawaii is 80.8 years, lower than the Hawaii average of 81.8 years.
What percentage of Waipahu, Hawaii residents are uninsured?
6.0% of Waipahu, Hawaii residents are uninsured, higher than the Hawaii average of 3.7%.
What percentage of Waipahu, Hawaii residents are obese?
21.0% of Waipahu, Hawaii residents are classified as obese, lower than the Hawaii average of 25.3%.