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 | Silver Spring | Maryland Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 81.8 | 78.4 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 10.7% | 6.2% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Silver Spring is 81.8 years, about 3.4 years longer than the Maryland average of 78.4 years.
The uninsured population in Silver Spring is 10.7%, higher than the Maryland average of 6.2%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Silver Spring | Maryland Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 8.1% | 10.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 4.4% | 6.7% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 3.9% | 6.0% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 24.5% | 34.0% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 11.4% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Silver Spring is about 35% lower than in Maryland. The rate of cancer in Silver Spring is about 34% lower than in Maryland. The rate of obesity in Silver Spring is about 28% lower than in Maryland.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Silver Spring | Maryland Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 11.2% | 15.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% | 14.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 19.2% | 22.9% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Silver Spring is about 30% lower than in Maryland. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Silver Spring is about 16% lower than in Maryland.
Air Quality
| Metric | Silver Spring | Maryland Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.42 | 5.95 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.4 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Silver Spring is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Silver Spring, Maryland has an overall health index grade of A, making it somewhat better than Maryland, and notably better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Silver Spring, Maryland.
What is the health grade for Silver Spring, Maryland?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Silver Spring, Maryland.
What is the life expectancy in Silver Spring, Maryland?
The life expectancy in Silver Spring, Maryland is 81.8 years, higher than the Maryland average of 78.4 years.
What percentage of Silver Spring, Maryland residents are uninsured?
10.7% of Silver Spring, Maryland residents are uninsured, higher than the Maryland average of 6.2%.
What percentage of Silver Spring, Maryland residents are obese?
24.5% of Silver Spring, Maryland residents are classified as obese, lower than the Maryland average of 34.0%.