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 | Elizabeth | New Jersey Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.9 | 79.4 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 22.9% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Elizabeth is 78.9 years, about 0.5 years shorter than the New Jersey average of 79.4 years.
The uninsured population in Elizabeth is 22.9%, higher than the New Jersey average of 7.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Elizabeth | New Jersey Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 12.0% | 9.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 4.3% | 6.3% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.6% | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 35.4% | 28.9% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 20.8% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Elizabeth is about 61% higher than in New Jersey. The rate of cancer in Elizabeth is about 32% lower than in New Jersey. The rate of diabetes in Elizabeth is about 24% higher than in New Jersey.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Elizabeth | New Jersey Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.4% | 14.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% | 17.2% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 33.8% | 21.9% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Elizabeth is about 54% higher than in New Jersey. The rate of smoking in Elizabeth is about 22% higher than in New Jersey.
Air Quality
| Metric | Elizabeth | New Jersey Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.34 | 6.82 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.3 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Elizabeth is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Elizabeth, New Jersey has an overall health index grade of C, making it about on par with New Jersey, and about on par with the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
What is the health grade for Elizabeth, New Jersey?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Elizabeth, New Jersey.
What is the life expectancy in Elizabeth, New Jersey?
The life expectancy in Elizabeth, New Jersey is 78.9 years, lower than the New Jersey average of 79.4 years.
What percentage of Elizabeth, New Jersey residents are uninsured?
22.9% of Elizabeth, New Jersey residents are uninsured, higher than the New Jersey average of 7.4%.
What percentage of Elizabeth, New Jersey residents are obese?
35.4% of Elizabeth, New Jersey residents are classified as obese, higher than the New Jersey average of 28.9%.