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 | Meridian | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 80.2 | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.6% | 9.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Meridian is 80.2 years, about 0.8 years longer than the Idaho average of 79.5 years.
The uninsured population in Meridian is 6.6%, lower than the Idaho average of 9.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Meridian | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 7.7% | 10.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.4% | 6.9% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.1% | 7.3% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 29.5% | 34.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.6% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Meridian is about 30% lower than in Idaho. The rate of diabetes in Meridian is about 30% lower than in Idaho. The rate of cancer in Meridian is about 22% lower than in Idaho.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Meridian | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.2% | 17.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% | 14.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 19.9% | 24.1% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Meridian is about 25% higher than in Idaho. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Meridian is about 18% lower than in Idaho.
Air Quality
| Metric | Meridian | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.12 | 4.67 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.1 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Meridian is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Meridian, Idaho has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Idaho, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Meridian, ID Health Compared With Nearby Cities
How Meridian, ID compares with the 2 cities closest to it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Meridian, Idaho.
What is the health grade for Meridian, Idaho?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Meridian, Idaho.
What is the life expectancy in Meridian, Idaho?
The life expectancy in Meridian, Idaho is 80.2 years, higher than the Idaho average of 79.5 years.
What percentage of Meridian, Idaho residents are uninsured?
6.6% of Meridian, Idaho residents are uninsured, lower than the Idaho average of 9.3%.
What percentage of Meridian, Idaho residents are obese?
29.5% of Meridian, Idaho residents are classified as obese, lower than the Idaho average of 34.1%.