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 | Waukee | Iowa Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 81.4 | 79.2 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.0% | 4.9% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Waukee is 81.4 years, about 2.2 years longer than the Iowa average of 79.2 years.
The uninsured population in Waukee is 5.0%, higher than the Iowa average of 4.9%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Waukee | Iowa Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 6.2% | 10.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.4% | 7.6% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 3.8% | 7.3% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.7% | 37.3% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 7.3% | 13.6% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Waukee is about 47% lower than in Iowa. The rate of self-rated poor health in Waukee is about 47% lower than in Iowa. The rate of diabetes in Waukee is about 42% lower than in Iowa.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Waukee | Iowa Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 12.6% | 17.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 24.2% | 20.8% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 17.5% | 25.4% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Waukee is about 31% lower than in Iowa. The rate of smoking in Waukee is about 28% lower than in Iowa. The rate of binge drinking in Waukee is about 16% higher than in Iowa.
Air Quality
| Metric | Waukee | Iowa Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.41 | 6.49 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.4 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Waukee is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Waukee, Iowa has an overall health index grade of A, making it notably better than Iowa, and notably better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Waukee, Iowa.
What is the health grade for Waukee, Iowa?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Waukee, Iowa.
What is the life expectancy in Waukee, Iowa?
The life expectancy in Waukee, Iowa is 81.4 years, higher than the Iowa average of 79.2 years.
What percentage of Waukee, Iowa residents are uninsured?
5.0% of Waukee, Iowa residents are uninsured, higher than the Iowa average of 4.9%.
What percentage of Waukee, Iowa residents are obese?
36.7% of Waukee, Iowa residents are classified as obese, lower than the Iowa average of 37.3%.