Overall Health Rating
Least healthy state 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 Mississippi
- Madison County (102% of U.S. avg)
- Lafayette County (101% of U.S. avg)
- Oktibbeha County (101% of U.S. avg)
- Holmes County (91% of U.S. avg)
- Quitman County (92% of U.S. avg)
- Sharkey County (92% 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 | Mississippi | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 74.7 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 11.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Mississippi is 74.7 years, about 3.6 years shorter than the US average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Mississippi is 11.6%, higher than the US average of 8.5%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Mississippi | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 14.7% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.2% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.9% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 41.8% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 23.5% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Mississippi is about 44% higher than in US. The rate of diabetes in Mississippi is about 30% higher than in US. The rate of obesity in Mississippi is about 22% higher than in US.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Mississippi | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 22.1% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.9% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 32.5% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Mississippi is about 29% higher than in US. The rate of binge drinking in Mississippi is about 22% lower than in US. The rate of smoking in Mississippi is about 16% higher than in US.
Air Quality
| Metric | Mississippi | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.91 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.9 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Mississippi is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Mississippi has an overall health index grade of C, making it about on par with the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Mississippi.
What is the health grade for Mississippi?
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Is Mississippi one of the healthiest states in US?
No. %s ranks last of %d %s in %s by the Map AI Health Index, which measures life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment.
What is the life expectancy in Mississippi?
The life expectancy in Mississippi is 74.7 years, lower than the US average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Mississippi residents are uninsured?
11.6% of Mississippi residents are uninsured, higher than the US average of 8.5%.
What percentage of Mississippi residents are obese?
41.8% of Mississippi residents are classified as obese, higher than the US average of 34.3%.