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 | Westland | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 75.6 | 78.3 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.1% | 5.0% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Westland is 75.6 years, about 2.7 years shorter than the Michigan average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Westland is 6.1%, higher than the Michigan average of 5.0%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Westland | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.2% | 12.1% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.5% | 7.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.3% | 7.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 34.5% | 37.7% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 14.9% | 16.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Westland is about 19% lower than in Michigan. The rate of diabetes in Westland is about 16% lower than in Michigan.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Westland | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 20.0% | 20.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% | 18.1% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 21.7% | 22.6% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Westland are about the same as in Michigan.
Air Quality
| Metric | Westland | Michigan Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.21 | 5.89 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Westland is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Westland, 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 Westland, Michigan.
What is the health grade for Westland, Michigan?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Westland, Michigan.
What is the life expectancy in Westland, Michigan?
The life expectancy in Westland, Michigan is 75.6 years, lower than the Michigan average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Westland, Michigan residents are uninsured?
6.1% of Westland, Michigan residents are uninsured, higher than the Michigan average of 5.0%.
What percentage of Westland, Michigan residents are obese?
34.5% of Westland, Michigan residents are classified as obese, lower than the Michigan average of 37.7%.