Overall Health Rating
Less healthy than 81% of counties in Nebraska
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 | Boyd County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 79.2 | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 9.1% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Boyd County is 79.2 years, about 0.3 years shorter than the Nebraska average of 79.5 years.
The uninsured population in Boyd County is 9.1%, higher than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Boyd County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 12.0% | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 9.6% | 8.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 8.8% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 35.2% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.4% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Boyd County is about 19% higher than in Nebraska. The rate of heart disease in Boyd County is about 18% higher than in Nebraska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Boyd County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.5% | 16.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% | 19.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.9% | 24.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Boyd County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Air Quality
| Metric | Boyd County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.77 | 5.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.8 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Boyd County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Boyd 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 Boyd County, Nebraska.
What is the health grade for Boyd County, Nebraska?
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Is Boyd County, Nebraska one of the healthiest counties in Nebraska?
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What is the life expectancy in Boyd County, Nebraska?
The life expectancy in Boyd County, Nebraska is 79.2 years, lower than the Nebraska average of 79.5 years.
What percentage of Boyd County, Nebraska residents are uninsured?
9.1% of Boyd County, Nebraska residents are uninsured, higher than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
What percentage of Boyd County, Nebraska residents are obese?
35.2% of Boyd County, Nebraska residents are classified as obese, lower than the Nebraska average of 36.1%.