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 | Allen Park | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 77.8 | 78.3 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 2.1% | 5.0% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Allen Park is 77.8 years, about 0.5 years shorter than the Michigan average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Allen Park is 2.1%, lower than the Michigan average of 5.0%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Allen Park | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.1% | 12.1% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.4% | 7.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.4% | 7.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.2% | 37.7% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.2% | 16.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Allen Park is about 26% lower than in Michigan. The rate of diabetes in Allen Park is about 25% lower than in Michigan. The rate of heart disease in Allen Park is about 18% lower than in Michigan.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Allen Park | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 16.6% | 20.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% | 18.1% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 18.7% | 22.6% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Allen Park is about 21% lower than in Michigan. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Allen Park is about 17% lower than in Michigan.
Air Quality
| Metric | Allen Park | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.50 | 5.89 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.5 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Allen Park is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Allen Park, Michigan has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Michigan, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Allen Park, Michigan.
What is the health grade for Allen Park, Michigan?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Allen Park, Michigan.
What is the life expectancy in Allen Park, Michigan?
The life expectancy in Allen Park, Michigan is 77.8 years, lower than the Michigan average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Allen Park, Michigan residents are uninsured?
2.1% of Allen Park, Michigan residents are uninsured, lower than the Michigan average of 5.0%.
What percentage of Allen Park, Michigan residents are obese?
31.2% of Allen Park, Michigan residents are classified as obese, lower than the Michigan average of 37.7%.