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 | Lewiston | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 77.7 | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 9.3% | 9.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Lewiston is 77.7 years, about 1.7 years shorter than the Idaho average of 79.5 years.
The uninsured rate in Lewiston is about the same as in Idaho, at 9.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Lewiston | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.4% | 10.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.7% | 6.9% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.4% | 7.3% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.5% | 34.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 14.1% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Lewiston are about the same as in Idaho.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Lewiston | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 14.8% | 17.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% | 14.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 23.2% | 24.1% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Lewiston is about 16% lower than in Idaho.
Air Quality
| Metric | Lewiston | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.17 | 4.67 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Lewiston is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Lewiston, 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 Lewiston, Idaho.
What is the health grade for Lewiston, Idaho?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Lewiston, Idaho.
What is the life expectancy in Lewiston, Idaho?
The life expectancy in Lewiston, Idaho is 77.7 years, lower than the Idaho average of 79.5 years.
What percentage of Lewiston, Idaho residents are uninsured?
9.3% of Lewiston, Idaho residents are uninsured, about the same as the Idaho average.
What percentage of Lewiston, Idaho residents are obese?
31.5% of Lewiston, Idaho residents are classified as obese, lower than the Idaho average of 34.1%.