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 | Banner County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.4% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Banner County is 6.4%, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Banner County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.2% | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.4% | 8.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.5% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 35.2% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 11.9% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Banner County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Banner County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.1% | 16.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% | 19.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 22.5% | 24.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Banner County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Air Quality
| Metric | Banner County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.18 | 5.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Banner County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Banner County, Nebraska.
What percentage of Banner County, Nebraska residents are uninsured?
6.4% of Banner County, Nebraska residents are uninsured, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
What percentage of Banner County, Nebraska residents are obese?
35.2% of Banner County, Nebraska residents are classified as obese, lower than the Nebraska average of 36.1%.