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 | Evanston | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 81.6 | 77.9 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 4.6% | 7.0% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Evanston is 81.6 years, about 3.7 years longer than the Illinois average of 77.9 years.
The uninsured population in Evanston is 4.6%, lower than the Illinois average of 7.0%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Evanston | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 7.9% | 10.7% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.0% | 7.1% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 4.5% | 7.1% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 25.9% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 10.4% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Evanston is about 36% lower than in Illinois. The rate of self-rated poor health in Evanston is about 33% lower than in Illinois. The rate of obesity in Evanston is about 28% lower than in Illinois.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Evanston | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 10.4% | 19.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% | 14.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 19.5% | 26.3% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Evanston is about 46% lower than in Illinois. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Evanston is about 26% lower than in Illinois.
Air Quality
| Metric | Evanston | Illinois Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.56 | 7.63 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.6 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Evanston is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Evanston, Illinois has an overall health index grade of A, making it notably better than Illinois, and notably better than the country as a whole.
Evanston, IL Health Compared With Nearby Cities
How Evanston, IL compares with the 2 cities closest to it.
| Area | Population | Life expectancy | Uninsured | Obesity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evanston, IL | 63,574 | 81.6 yrs #3/3 | 4.6% #2/3 | 25.9% #3/3 |
| Wilmette, IL | 23,735 | 83.9 yrs | 1.8% | 21.7% |
| Skokie, IL | 61,912 | 81.7 yrs | 6.4% | 23.3% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Evanston, Illinois.
What is the health grade for Evanston, Illinois?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Evanston, Illinois.
What is the life expectancy in Evanston, Illinois?
The life expectancy in Evanston, Illinois is 81.6 years, higher than the Illinois average of 77.9 years.
What percentage of Evanston, Illinois residents are uninsured?
4.6% of Evanston, Illinois residents are uninsured, lower than the Illinois average of 7.0%.
What percentage of Evanston, Illinois residents are obese?
25.9% of Evanston, Illinois residents are classified as obese, lower than the Illinois average of 36.1%.