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 | Elko County | Nevada Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.1 | 78.7 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 8.9% | 11.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Elko County is 78.1 years, about 0.6 years shorter than the Nevada average of 78.7 years.
The uninsured population in Elko County is 8.9%, lower than the Nevada average of 11.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Elko County | Nevada Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.5% | 11.4% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.4% | 6.9% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.7% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 32.0% | 32.6% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 15.8% | 17.8% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Elko County is about 25% lower than in Nevada. The rate of cancer in Elko County is about 23% lower than in Nevada. The rate of diabetes in Elko County is about 17% lower than in Nevada.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Elko County | Nevada Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 20.2% | 20.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% | 18.5% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 23.3% | 24.3% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Elko County is about 17% higher than in Nevada.
Air Quality
| Metric | Elko County | Nevada Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.96 | 4.57 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.0 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Elko County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Elko County, Nevada has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Nevada, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Elko County, Nevada.
What is the health grade for Elko County, Nevada?
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Is Elko County, Nevada one of the healthiest counties in Nevada?
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What is the life expectancy in Elko County, Nevada?
The life expectancy in Elko County, Nevada is 78.1 years, lower than the Nevada average of 78.7 years.
What percentage of Elko County, Nevada residents are uninsured?
8.9% of Elko County, Nevada residents are uninsured, lower than the Nevada average of 11.3%.
What percentage of Elko County, Nevada residents are obese?
32.0% of Elko County, Nevada residents are classified as obese, lower than the Nevada average of 32.6%.