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 | Loup County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 12.1% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Loup County is 12.1%, higher than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Loup County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.8% | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.7% | 8.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.9% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 34.5% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.2% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Loup County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Loup County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.1% | 16.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% | 19.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 23.4% | 24.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Loup County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Air Quality
| Metric | Loup County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.69 | 5.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.7 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Loup County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Loup County, Nebraska.
What percentage of Loup County, Nebraska residents are uninsured?
12.1% of Loup County, Nebraska residents are uninsured, higher than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
What percentage of Loup County, Nebraska residents are obese?
34.5% of Loup County, Nebraska residents are classified as obese, lower than the Nebraska average of 36.1%.