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 | Chicago | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 76.6 | 77.9 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 9.9% | 7.0% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Chicago is 76.6 years, about 1.3 years shorter than the Illinois average of 77.9 years.
The uninsured population in Chicago is 9.9%, higher than the Illinois average of 7.0%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Chicago | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.3% | 10.7% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 4.7% | 7.1% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.1% | 7.1% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 32.8% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 17.5% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Chicago is about 34% lower than in Illinois. The rate of heart disease in Chicago is about 28% lower than in Illinois.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Chicago | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.7% | 19.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% | 14.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 28.9% | 26.3% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Chicago is about 18% lower than in Illinois.
Air Quality
| Metric | Chicago | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.29 | 7.63 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.3 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Chicago is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Chicago, Illinois has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Illinois, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Chicago, Illinois.
What is the health grade for Chicago, Illinois?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Chicago, Illinois.
What is the life expectancy in Chicago, Illinois?
The life expectancy in Chicago, Illinois is 76.6 years, lower than the Illinois average of 77.9 years.
What percentage of Chicago, Illinois residents are uninsured?
9.9% of Chicago, Illinois residents are uninsured, higher than the Illinois average of 7.0%.
What percentage of Chicago, Illinois residents are obese?
32.8% of Chicago, Illinois residents are classified as obese, lower than the Illinois average of 36.1%.