Overall Health Rating
Healthier than 78% of states in US
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.
Healthiest and Least Healthy Counties in Minnesota
- Carver County (105% of U.S. avg)
- Washington County (104% of U.S. avg)
- Stevens County (104% of U.S. avg)
- Mahnomen County (96% of U.S. avg)
- Clearwater County (100% of U.S. avg)
- Beltrami County (100% of U.S. avg)
Ranked by the Map AI Health Index, which combines life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment.
General Health Overview
| Metric | Minnesota | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 80.8 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 4.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Minnesota is 80.8 years, about 2.5 years longer than the US average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Minnesota is 4.6%, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Minnesota | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.4% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.0% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 34.5% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.0% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Minnesota is about 20% lower than in US.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Minnesota | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 22.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Minnesota is about 15% higher than in US.
Air Quality
| Metric | Minnesota | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.25 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 5.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Minnesota is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Minnesota has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Minnesota.
What is the health grade for Minnesota?
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Is Minnesota one of the healthiest states in US?
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What is the life expectancy in Minnesota?
The life expectancy in Minnesota is 80.8 years, higher than the US average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Minnesota residents are uninsured?
4.6% of Minnesota residents are uninsured, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
What percentage of Minnesota residents are obese?
34.5% of Minnesota residents are classified as obese, higher than the US average of 34.3%.