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 | Hooker County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 8.3% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Hooker County is 8.3%, higher than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Hooker County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.8% | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 9.9% | 8.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 8.8% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 33.7% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.2% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Hooker County is about 23% higher than in Nebraska. The rate of heart disease in Hooker County is about 18% higher than in Nebraska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Hooker County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 14.7% | 16.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% | 19.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.7% | 24.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Hooker County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Air Quality
| Metric | Hooker County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.29 | 5.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.3 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Hooker County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Hooker County, Nebraska.
What percentage of Hooker County, Nebraska residents are uninsured?
8.3% of Hooker County, Nebraska residents are uninsured, higher than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
What percentage of Hooker County, Nebraska residents are obese?
33.7% of Hooker County, Nebraska residents are classified as obese, lower than the Nebraska average of 36.1%.