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 | Grant County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 81.4 | 78.8 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 8.2% | 6.2% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Grant County is 81.4 years, about 2.6 years longer than the Oregon average of 78.8 years.
The uninsured population in Grant County is 8.2%, higher than the Oregon average of 6.2%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Grant County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 12.9% | 10.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 9.0% | 7.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 9.3% | 7.3% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 32.1% | 30.7% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 18.3% | 15.8% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Grant County is about 28% higher than in Oregon. The rate of diabetes in Grant County is about 21% higher than in Oregon. The rate of cancer in Grant County is about 20% higher than in Oregon.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Grant County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.5% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 22.6% | 20.5% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Grant County are about the same as in Oregon.
Air Quality
| Metric | Grant County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.15 | 6.11 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 5.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Grant County is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Grant County, Oregon has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Oregon, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Grant County, Oregon.
What is the health grade for Grant County, Oregon?
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Is Grant County, Oregon one of the healthiest counties in Oregon?
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What is the life expectancy in Grant County, Oregon?
The life expectancy in Grant County, Oregon is 81.4 years, higher than the Oregon average of 78.8 years.
What percentage of Grant County, Oregon residents are uninsured?
8.2% of Grant County, Oregon residents are uninsured, higher than the Oregon average of 6.2%.
What percentage of Grant County, Oregon residents are obese?
32.2% of Grant County, Oregon residents are classified as obese, higher than the Oregon average of 30.7%.