Overall Health Rating
Less healthy than 70% 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 North Carolina
- Orange County (104% of U.S. avg)
- Wake County (104% of U.S. avg)
- Watauga County (103% of U.S. avg)
- Robeson County (95% of U.S. avg)
- Lenoir County (95% of U.S. avg)
- Halifax County (96% 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 | North Carolina | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 77.1 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 10.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in North Carolina is 77.1 years, about 1.2 years shorter than the US average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in North Carolina is 10.4%, higher than the US average of 8.5%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | North Carolina | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 12.4% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.8% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 35.8% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 16.8% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in North Carolina are about the same as in US.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | North Carolina | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 20.7% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 25.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in North Carolina are about the same as in US.
Air Quality
| Metric | North Carolina | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.99 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.0 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in North Carolina is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, North Carolina 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 North Carolina.
What is the health grade for North Carolina?
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Is North Carolina one of the healthiest states in US?
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What is the life expectancy in North Carolina?
The life expectancy in North Carolina is 77.1 years, lower than the US average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of North Carolina residents are uninsured?
10.4% of North Carolina residents are uninsured, higher than the US average of 8.5%.
What percentage of North Carolina residents are obese?
35.8% of North Carolina residents are classified as obese, higher than the US average of 34.3%.