Overall Health Rating
Less healthy than 80% 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 | Brown County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 81.6 | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.5% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Brown County is 81.6 years, about 2.1 years longer than the Nebraska average of 79.5 years.
The uninsured population in Brown County is 6.5%, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Brown County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 13.0% | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 9.0% | 8.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 9.1% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 35.6% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 14.9% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Brown County is about 22% higher than in Nebraska. The rate of diabetes in Brown County is about 19% higher than in Nebraska. The rate of self-rated poor health in Brown County is about 16% higher than in Nebraska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Brown County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.1% | 16.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% | 19.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 26.1% | 24.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Brown County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Air Quality
| Metric | Brown County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.37 | 5.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.4 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Brown County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Brown 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 Brown County, Nebraska.
What is the health grade for Brown County, Nebraska?
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Is Brown County, Nebraska one of the healthiest counties in Nebraska?
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What is the life expectancy in Brown County, Nebraska?
The life expectancy in Brown County, Nebraska is 81.6 years, higher than the Nebraska average of 79.5 years.
What percentage of Brown County, Nebraska residents are uninsured?
6.5% of Brown County, Nebraska residents are uninsured, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
What percentage of Brown County, Nebraska residents are obese?
35.6% of Brown County, Nebraska residents are classified as obese, lower than the Nebraska average of 36.1%.