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 | Wallowa County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.9 | 78.8 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.9% | 6.2% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Wallowa County is 78.9 years, about 0.1 years longer than the Oregon average of 78.8 years.
The uninsured population in Wallowa County is 6.9%, higher than the Oregon average of 6.2%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Wallowa County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.5% | 10.6% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 9.0% | 7.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 8.5% | 7.3% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.1% | 30.7% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 15.3% | 15.8% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Wallowa County is about 20% higher than in Oregon. The rate of heart disease in Wallowa County is about 17% higher than in Oregon.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Wallowa County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.6% | 17.0% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% | 16.4% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 19.4% | 20.5% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Wallowa County are about the same as in Oregon.
Air Quality
| Metric | Wallowa County | Oregon Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.61 | 6.11 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.6 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Wallowa County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Wallowa 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 Wallowa County, Oregon.
What is the health grade for Wallowa County, Oregon?
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Is Wallowa County, Oregon one of the healthiest counties in Oregon?
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What is the life expectancy in Wallowa County, Oregon?
The life expectancy in Wallowa County, Oregon is 78.9 years, higher than the Oregon average of 78.8 years.
What percentage of Wallowa County, Oregon residents are uninsured?
6.9% of Wallowa County, Oregon residents are uninsured, higher than the Oregon average of 6.2%.
What percentage of Wallowa County, Oregon residents are obese?
31.1% of Wallowa County, Oregon residents are classified as obese, higher than the Oregon average of 30.7%.