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 | Box Butte County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.2 | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 7.9% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Box Butte County is 78.2 years, about 1.3 years shorter than the Nebraska average of 79.5 years.
The uninsured population in Box Butte County is 7.9%, higher than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Box Butte County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.4% | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.4% | 8.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.9% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.8% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.4% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Box Butte County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Box Butte County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.8% | 16.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.0% | 19.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 23.9% | 24.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Box Butte County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Air Quality
| Metric | Box Butte County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.19 | 5.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Box Butte County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Box Butte County, Nebraska has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Nebraska, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Box Butte County, Nebraska.
What is the health grade for Box Butte County, Nebraska?
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Is Box Butte County, Nebraska one of the healthiest counties in Nebraska?
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What is the life expectancy in Box Butte County, Nebraska?
The life expectancy in Box Butte County, Nebraska is 78.2 years, lower than the Nebraska average of 79.5 years.
What percentage of Box Butte County, Nebraska residents are uninsured?
7.9% of Box Butte County, Nebraska residents are uninsured, higher than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
What percentage of Box Butte County, Nebraska residents are obese?
36.8% of Box Butte County, Nebraska residents are classified as obese, higher than the Nebraska average of 36.1%.