Health Profile of Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico
Ponce Municipio Health Score
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.
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General Health Overview
| Metric | Ponce Municipio | Puerto Rico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | — | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 4.5% | 5.7% | 8.4% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | — | — | 16.3% |
The uninsured rate is 4.5%, lower than the Puerto Rico average of 5.7%.
Population by Age
Older residents
52,271 residents in Ponce Municipio are age 50 or older.
- 85+ 3,500 1,235 men · 2,265 women
- 75–84 9,467 4,014 men · 5,454 women
- 65–74 15,226 6,661 men · 8,565 women
- 50–64 24,078 10,762 men · 13,316 women
Younger residents
26,202 residents in Ponce Municipio are age 17 or younger.
- 12–17 8,630 4,398 boys · 4,232 girls
- 7–12 7,811 4,001 boys · 3,810 girls
- 3–7 5,679 2,914 boys · 2,765 girls
- 0–3 4,081 2,099 boys · 1,983 girls
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Ponce Municipio | Puerto Rico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | — | — | 11.3% |
| Cancer | — | — | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | — | — | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | — | — | 34.3% |
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Ponce Municipio | Puerto Rico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | — | — | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | — | — | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | — | — | 25.1% |
Air Quality
| Metric | Ponce Municipio | Puerto Rico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | — | — | 6.09 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico.
What percentage of Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico residents are uninsured?
4.5% of residents in Ponce Municipio, Puerto Rico have no health insurance, about 1 in 22 people, 1.2 points below the Puerto Rico rate of 5.7%.
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