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 | Franklin County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.2 | 78.2 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 9.5% | 6.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Franklin County is 78.2 years, about 0.1 years shorter than the Maine average of 78.2 years.
The uninsured population in Franklin County is 9.5%, higher than the Maine average of 6.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Franklin County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.2% | 10.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.5% | 7.6% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.4% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 30.9% | 32.2% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.5% | 13.9% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Franklin County are about the same as in Maine.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Franklin County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.3% | 18.8% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% | 15.0% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 22.6% | 22.8% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Franklin County are about the same as in Maine.
Air Quality
| Metric | Franklin County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.34 | 4.43 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.3 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Franklin County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Franklin County, Maine has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Maine, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Franklin County, Maine.
What is the health grade for Franklin County, Maine?
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Is Franklin County, Maine one of the healthiest counties in Maine?
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What is the life expectancy in Franklin County, Maine?
The life expectancy in Franklin County, Maine is 78.2 years, lower than the Maine average of 78.2 years.
What percentage of Franklin County, Maine residents are uninsured?
9.5% of Franklin County, Maine residents are uninsured, higher than the Maine average of 6.6%.
What percentage of Franklin County, Maine residents are obese?
30.9% of Franklin County, Maine residents are classified as obese, lower than the Maine average of 32.2%.