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 | Des Plaines | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 79.6 | 77.9 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 10.6% | 7.0% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Des Plaines is 79.6 years, about 1.7 years longer than the Illinois average of 77.9 years.
The uninsured population in Des Plaines is 10.6%, higher than the Illinois average of 7.0%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Des Plaines | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.1% | 10.7% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.8% | 7.1% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.8% | 7.1% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 25.8% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.8% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
The rate of obesity in Des Plaines is about 29% lower than in Illinois. The rate of heart disease in Des Plaines is about 18% lower than in Illinois. The rate of self-rated poor health in Des Plaines is about 18% lower than in Illinois.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Des Plaines | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 13.2% | 19.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% | 14.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.0% | 26.3% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Des Plaines is about 31% lower than in Illinois.
Air Quality
| Metric | Des Plaines | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.01 | 7.63 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.0 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Des Plaines is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Des Plaines, Illinois has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Illinois, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Des Plaines, IL Health Compared With Nearby Cities
How Des Plaines, IL compares with the 2 cities closest to it.
| Area | Population | Life expectancy | Uninsured | Obesity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Plaines, IL | 60,755 | 79.6 yrs #3/3 | 10.6% #3/3 | 25.8% #3/3 |
| Mount Prospect, IL | 51,830 | 81.7 yrs | 8.4% | 24.5% |
| Park Ridge, IL | 35,960 | 81.8 yrs | 3.2% | 23.5% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Des Plaines, Illinois.
What is the health grade for Des Plaines, Illinois?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Des Plaines, Illinois.
What is the life expectancy in Des Plaines, Illinois?
The life expectancy in Des Plaines, Illinois is 79.6 years, higher than the Illinois average of 77.9 years.
What percentage of Des Plaines, Illinois residents are uninsured?
10.6% of Des Plaines, Illinois residents are uninsured, higher than the Illinois average of 7.0%.
What percentage of Des Plaines, Illinois residents are obese?
25.8% of Des Plaines, Illinois residents are classified as obese, lower than the Illinois average of 36.1%.