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.
Healthiest and Least Healthy Counties in Oregon
- Benton County (105% of U.S. avg)
- Washington County (104% of U.S. avg)
- Clackamas County (104% of U.S. avg)
- Josephine County (100% of U.S. avg)
- Malheur County (100% of U.S. avg)
- Lake 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 | Oregon | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.8 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.2% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Oregon is 78.8 years, about 0.5 years longer than the US average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Oregon is 6.2%, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Oregon | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 10.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.3% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 30.7% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 15.8% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Oregon are about the same as in US.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Oregon | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 20.5% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Oregon is about 18% lower than in US.
Air Quality
| Metric | Oregon | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.11 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.1 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Oregon is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Oregon 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 Oregon.
What is the health grade for Oregon?
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Is Oregon one of the healthiest states in US?
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What is the life expectancy in Oregon?
The life expectancy in Oregon is 78.8 years, higher than the US average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Oregon residents are uninsured?
6.2% of Oregon residents are uninsured, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
What percentage of Oregon residents are obese?
30.7% of Oregon residents are classified as obese, lower than the US average of 34.3%.