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 | Knox County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.8 | 78.2 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.3% | 6.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Knox County is 78.9 years, about 0.6 years longer than the Maine average of 78.2 years.
The uninsured population in Knox County is 6.3%, lower than the Maine average of 6.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Knox County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.7% | 10.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.2% | 7.6% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.3% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 30.2% | 32.2% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.3% | 13.9% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Knox County are about the same as in Maine.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Knox County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.6% | 18.8% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% | 15.0% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 19.5% | 22.8% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Knox County is about 17% lower than in Maine.
Air Quality
| Metric | Knox County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.15 | 4.43 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Knox County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Knox 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 Knox County, Maine.
What is the health grade for Knox County, Maine?
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Is Knox County, Maine one of the healthiest counties in Maine?
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What is the life expectancy in Knox County, Maine?
The life expectancy in Knox County, Maine is 78.9 years, higher than the Maine average of 78.2 years.
What percentage of Knox County, Maine residents are uninsured?
6.3% of Knox County, Maine residents are uninsured, lower than the Maine average of 6.6%.
What percentage of Knox County, Maine residents are obese?
30.2% of Knox County, Maine residents are classified as obese, lower than the Maine average of 32.2%.