Overall Health Rating
Healthier than 85% of counties in Idaho
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 | Jefferson County | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 80.7 | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 8.6% | 9.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Jefferson County is 80.7 years, about 1.3 years longer than the Idaho average of 79.5 years.
The uninsured population in Jefferson County is 8.6%, lower than the Idaho average of 9.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Jefferson County | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 8.5% | 10.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.9% | 6.9% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.6% | 7.3% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.7% | 34.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.6% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Jefferson County is about 23% lower than in Idaho. The rate of diabetes in Jefferson County is about 22% lower than in Idaho. The rate of self-rated poor health in Jefferson County is about 20% lower than in Idaho.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Jefferson County | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.8% | 17.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% | 14.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 21.2% | 24.1% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Jefferson County are about the same as in Idaho.
Air Quality
| Metric | Jefferson County | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.88 | 4.67 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 3.9 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Jefferson County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Jefferson 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 Jefferson County, Idaho.
What is the health grade for Jefferson County, Idaho?
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Is Jefferson County, Idaho one of the healthiest counties in Idaho?
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What is the life expectancy in Jefferson County, Idaho?
The life expectancy in Jefferson County, Idaho is 80.7 years, higher than the Idaho average of 79.5 years.
What percentage of Jefferson County, Idaho residents are uninsured?
8.6% of Jefferson County, Idaho residents are uninsured, lower than the Idaho average of 9.3%.
What percentage of Jefferson County, Idaho residents are obese?
36.7% of Jefferson County, Idaho residents are classified as obese, higher than the Idaho average of 34.1%.