Overall Health Rating
Healthier than 83% of counties in Oregon
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 | Hood River County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 81.3 | 78.8 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 8.7% | 6.2% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Hood River County is 81.3 years, about 2.5 years longer than the Oregon average of 78.8 years.
The uninsured population in Hood River County is 8.7%, higher than the Oregon average of 6.2%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Hood River County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.4% | 10.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.2% | 7.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.9% | 7.3% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 28.2% | 30.7% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 15.2% | 15.8% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Hood River County is about 19% lower than in Oregon. The rate of cancer in Hood River County is about 16% lower than in Oregon.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Hood River County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.8% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 20.7% | 20.5% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Hood River County are about the same as in Oregon.
Air Quality
| Metric | Hood River County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.71 | 6.11 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.7 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Hood River County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Hood River 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 Hood River County, Oregon.
What is the health grade for Hood River County, Oregon?
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Is Hood River County, Oregon one of the healthiest counties in Oregon?
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What is the life expectancy in Hood River County, Oregon?
The life expectancy in Hood River County, Oregon is 81.3 years, higher than the Oregon average of 78.8 years.
What percentage of Hood River County, Oregon residents are uninsured?
8.7% of Hood River County, Oregon residents are uninsured, higher than the Oregon average of 6.2%.
What percentage of Hood River County, Oregon residents are obese?
28.2% of Hood River County, Oregon residents are classified as obese, lower than the Oregon average of 30.7%.