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 | McPherson County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 3.7% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in McPherson County is 3.7%, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | McPherson County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.8% | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.3% | 8.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 8.3% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.8% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 14.1% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in McPherson County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | McPherson County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.2% | 16.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% | 19.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 25.6% | 24.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in McPherson County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Air Quality
| Metric | McPherson County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.45 | 5.27 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.4 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in McPherson County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in McPherson County, Nebraska.
What percentage of McPherson County, Nebraska residents are uninsured?
3.7% of McPherson County, Nebraska residents are uninsured, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
What percentage of McPherson County, Nebraska residents are obese?
36.8% of McPherson County, Nebraska residents are classified as obese, higher than the Nebraska average of 36.1%.