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.
Healthiest and Least Healthy Counties in Nebraska
- Wayne County (104% of U.S. avg)
- Sarpy County (104% of U.S. avg)
- Lancaster County (103% of U.S. avg)
- Thurston County (96% of U.S. avg)
- Pawnee County (98% of U.S. avg)
- Dundy County (99% 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 | Nebraska | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 7.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Nebraska is 79.5 years, about 1.2 years longer than the US average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Nebraska is 7.4%, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Nebraska | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.9% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Nebraska is about 21% lower than in US. The rate of cancer in Nebraska is about 17% higher than in US.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Nebraska | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 16.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.3% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Nebraska is about 19% higher than in US.
Air Quality
| Metric | Nebraska | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 5.3 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Nebraska is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Nebraska 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 Nebraska.
What is the health grade for Nebraska?
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Is Nebraska one of the healthiest states in US?
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What is the life expectancy in Nebraska?
The life expectancy in Nebraska is 79.5 years, higher than the US average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Nebraska residents are uninsured?
7.4% of Nebraska residents are uninsured, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
What percentage of Nebraska residents are obese?
36.1% of Nebraska residents are classified as obese, higher than the US average of 34.3%.