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 | Philadelphia | Pennsylvania Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 75.4 | 78.4 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 7.2% | 5.6% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Philadelphia is 75.4 years, about 3.0 years shorter than the Pennsylvania average of 78.4 years.
The uninsured population in Philadelphia is 7.2%, higher than the Pennsylvania average of 5.6%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Philadelphia | Pennsylvania Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 13.0% | 11.0% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.3% | 7.2% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.1% | 7.4% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 30.5% | 34.5% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 19.6% | 15.7% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Philadelphia is about 27% lower than in Pennsylvania. The rate of self-rated poor health in Philadelphia is about 25% higher than in Pennsylvania. The rate of diabetes in Philadelphia is about 17% higher than in Pennsylvania.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Philadelphia | Pennsylvania Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 20.1% | 20.1% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% | 18.3% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 30.0% | 25.3% | 25.1% |
The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Philadelphia is about 19% higher than in Pennsylvania.
Air Quality
| Metric | Philadelphia | Pennsylvania Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 7.46 | 6.88 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 7.5 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Philadelphia is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has an overall health index grade of C, making it about on par with Pennsylvania, and about on par with the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What is the health grade for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What is the life expectancy in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?
The life expectancy in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is 75.4 years, lower than the Pennsylvania average of 78.4 years.
What percentage of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania residents are uninsured?
7.2% of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania residents are uninsured, higher than the Pennsylvania average of 5.6%.
What percentage of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania residents are obese?
30.5% of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania residents are classified as obese, lower than the Pennsylvania average of 34.5%.