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 | Harding County | New Mexico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 78.6 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.9% | 9.5% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Harding County is 5.9%, lower than the New Mexico average of 9.5%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Harding County | New Mexico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 16.7% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.9% | 6.4% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 10.4% | 7.4% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 30.8% | 31.4% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 19.1% | 17.9% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Harding County is about 40% higher than in New Mexico. The rate of cancer in Harding County is about 39% higher than in New Mexico. The rate of diabetes in Harding County is about 24% higher than in New Mexico.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Harding County | New Mexico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.3% | 18.0% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 10.7% | 13.1% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 25.8% | 24.9% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Harding County is about 18% lower than in New Mexico.
Air Quality
| Metric | Harding County | New Mexico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.37 | 4.71 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.4 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Harding County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Harding County, New Mexico.
What percentage of Harding County, New Mexico residents are uninsured?
5.9% of Harding County, New Mexico residents are uninsured, lower than the New Mexico average of 9.5%.
What percentage of Harding County, New Mexico residents are obese?
30.8% of Harding County, New Mexico residents are classified as obese, lower than the New Mexico average of 31.4%.