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 | Idaho County | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 79.8 | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 15.3% | 9.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Idaho County is 79.8 years, about 0.4 years longer than the Idaho average of 79.5 years.
The uninsured population in Idaho County is 15.3%, higher than the Idaho average of 9.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Idaho County | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 12.8% | 10.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.1% | 6.9% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 9.2% | 7.3% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 32.2% | 34.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 17.0% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Idaho County is about 26% higher than in Idaho. The rate of diabetes in Idaho County is about 17% higher than in Idaho. The rate of cancer in Idaho County is about 17% higher than in Idaho.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Idaho County | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.5% | 17.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.7% | 14.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 23.8% | 24.1% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Idaho County are about the same as in Idaho.
Air Quality
| Metric | Idaho County | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.46 | 4.67 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.5 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Idaho County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Idaho County, Idaho has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Idaho, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Idaho County, Idaho.
What is the health grade for Idaho County, Idaho?
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Is Idaho County, Idaho one of the healthiest counties in Idaho?
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What is the life expectancy in Idaho County, Idaho?
The life expectancy in Idaho County, Idaho is 79.8 years, higher than the Idaho average of 79.5 years.
What percentage of Idaho County, Idaho residents are uninsured?
15.3% of Idaho County, Idaho residents are uninsured, higher than the Idaho average of 9.3%.
What percentage of Idaho County, Idaho residents are obese?
32.2% of Idaho County, Idaho residents are classified as obese, lower than the Idaho average of 34.1%.