Overall Health Rating
Healthier than 82% of states in US
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.
Healthiest and Least Healthy Counties in New Jersey
- Morris County (106% of U.S. avg)
- Hunterdon County (105% of U.S. avg)
- Somerset County (105% of U.S. avg)
- Cumberland County (99% of U.S. avg)
- Salem County (100% of U.S. avg)
- Passaic County (100% of U.S. avg)
Ranked by the Map AI Health Index, which combines life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment.
General Health Overview
| Metric | New Jersey | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 79.4 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 7.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in New Jersey is 79.4 years, about 1.1 years longer than the US average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in New Jersey is 7.4%, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | New Jersey | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.3% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 28.9% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.9% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in New Jersey is about 21% lower than in US. The rate of heart disease in New Jersey is about 18% lower than in US. The rate of obesity in New Jersey is about 16% lower than in US.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | New Jersey | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 14.2% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 21.9% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in New Jersey is about 25% lower than in US.
Air Quality
| Metric | New Jersey | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.82 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.8 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in New Jersey is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, New Jersey has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in New Jersey.
What is the health grade for New Jersey?
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Is New Jersey one of the healthiest states in US?
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What is the life expectancy in New Jersey?
The life expectancy in New Jersey is 79.4 years, higher than the US average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of New Jersey residents are uninsured?
7.4% of New Jersey residents are uninsured, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
What percentage of New Jersey residents are obese?
28.9% of New Jersey residents are classified as obese, lower than the US average of 34.3%.