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 | Thomas County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 79.5 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 4.5% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Thomas County is 4.5%, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Thomas County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.1% | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.6% | 8.0% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.2% | 7.5% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 33.8% | 36.1% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 11.0% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Thomas County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Thomas County | Nebraska Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 14.7% | 16.6% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% | 19.7% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 21.3% | 24.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Thomas County are about the same as in Nebraska.
Air Quality
| Metric | Thomas 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 Thomas County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Thomas County, Nebraska.
What percentage of Thomas County, Nebraska residents are uninsured?
4.5% of Thomas County, Nebraska residents are uninsured, lower than the Nebraska average of 7.4%.
What percentage of Thomas County, Nebraska residents are obese?
33.8% of Thomas County, Nebraska residents are classified as obese, lower than the Nebraska average of 36.1%.