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 | Rexburg | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 76.8 | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.5% | 9.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Rexburg is 76.8 years, about 2.7 years shorter than the Idaho average of 79.5 years.
The uninsured population in Rexburg is 5.5%, lower than the Idaho average of 9.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Rexburg | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 4.2% | 10.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 2.1% | 6.9% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 2.8% | 7.3% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 29.3% | 34.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.8% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Rexburg is about 69% lower than in Idaho. The rate of diabetes in Rexburg is about 62% lower than in Idaho. The rate of heart disease in Rexburg is about 62% lower than in Idaho.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Rexburg | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 14.8% | 17.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% | 14.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 21.6% | 24.1% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Rexburg is about 16% lower than in Idaho.
Air Quality
| Metric | Rexburg | Idaho Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.66 | 4.67 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 3.7 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Rexburg is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Rexburg, Idaho has an overall health index grade of A, making it notably better than Idaho, and notably better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Rexburg, Idaho.
What is the health grade for Rexburg, Idaho?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Rexburg, Idaho.
What is the life expectancy in Rexburg, Idaho?
The life expectancy in Rexburg, Idaho is 76.8 years, lower than the Idaho average of 79.5 years.
What percentage of Rexburg, Idaho residents are uninsured?
5.5% of Rexburg, Idaho residents are uninsured, lower than the Idaho average of 9.3%.
What percentage of Rexburg, Idaho residents are obese?
29.3% of Rexburg, Idaho residents are classified as obese, lower than the Idaho average of 34.1%.