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 | Inkster | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 71.9 | 78.3 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 10.5% | 5.0% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Inkster is 71.9 years, about 6.5 years shorter than the Michigan average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Inkster is 10.5%, higher than the Michigan average of 5.0%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Inkster | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 18.1% | 12.1% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.4% | 7.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.8% | 7.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 47.1% | 37.7% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 27.0% | 16.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Inkster is about 64% higher than in Michigan. The rate of diabetes in Inkster is about 49% higher than in Michigan. The rate of cancer in Inkster is about 29% lower than in Michigan.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Inkster | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 27.8% | 20.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% | 18.1% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 33.1% | 22.6% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Inkster is about 47% higher than in Michigan. The rate of smoking in Inkster is about 33% higher than in Michigan. The rate of binge drinking in Inkster is about 21% lower than in Michigan.
Air Quality
| Metric | Inkster | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.39 | 5.89 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.4 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Inkster is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Inkster, Michigan has an overall health index grade of D, making it somewhat worse than Michigan, and somewhat worse than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Inkster, Michigan.
What is the health grade for Inkster, Michigan?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Inkster, Michigan.
What is the life expectancy in Inkster, Michigan?
The life expectancy in Inkster, Michigan is 71.9 years, lower than the Michigan average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Inkster, Michigan residents are uninsured?
10.5% of Inkster, Michigan residents are uninsured, higher than the Michigan average of 5.0%.
What percentage of Inkster, Michigan residents are obese?
47.1% of Inkster, Michigan residents are classified as obese, higher than the Michigan average of 37.7%.