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 | Waldo County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.9 | 78.2 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 9.4% | 6.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Waldo County is 78.9 years, about 0.6 years longer than the Maine average of 78.2 years.
The uninsured population in Waldo County is 9.4%, higher than the Maine average of 6.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Waldo County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.3% | 10.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.4% | 7.6% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.2% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.7% | 32.2% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.2% | 13.9% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Waldo County are about the same as in Maine.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Waldo County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.3% | 18.8% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% | 15.0% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 21.5% | 22.8% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Waldo County are about the same as in Maine.
Air Quality
| Metric | Waldo County | Maine Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.92 | 4.43 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 3.9 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Waldo County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Waldo 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 Waldo County, Maine.
What is the health grade for Waldo County, Maine?
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Is Waldo County, Maine one of the healthiest counties in Maine?
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What is the life expectancy in Waldo County, Maine?
The life expectancy in Waldo County, Maine is 78.9 years, higher than the Maine average of 78.2 years.
What percentage of Waldo County, Maine residents are uninsured?
9.4% of Waldo County, Maine residents are uninsured, higher than the Maine average of 6.6%.
What percentage of Waldo County, Maine residents are obese?
31.7% of Waldo County, Maine residents are classified as obese, lower than the Maine average of 32.2%.