Health Profile of Vega Alta Municipio, Puerto Rico
Vega Alta Municipio Health Score
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General Health Overview
| Metric | Vega Alta Municipio | Puerto Rico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | — | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 4.1% | 5.7% | 8.4% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | — | — | 16.3% |
The uninsured rate is 4.1%, lower than the Puerto Rico average of 5.7%.
Population by Age
Older residents
12,601 residents in Vega Alta Municipio are age 50 or older.
- 85+ 696 276 men · 420 women
- 75–84 2,024 855 men · 1,168 women
- 65–74 3,414 1,540 men · 1,874 women
- 50–64 6,467 3,036 men · 3,430 women
Younger residents
7,158 residents in Vega Alta Municipio are age 17 or younger.
- 12–17 2,472 1,272 boys · 1,199 girls
- 7–12 2,157 1,097 boys · 1,059 girls
- 3–7 1,471 742 boys · 728 girls
- 0–3 1,059 539 boys · 520 girls
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Vega Alta Municipio | Puerto Rico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | — | — | 11.3% |
| Cancer | — | — | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | — | — | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | — | — | 34.3% |
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Vega Alta Municipio | Puerto Rico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | — | — | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | — | — | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | — | — | 25.1% |
Air Quality
| Metric | Vega Alta Municipio | Puerto Rico Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | — | — | 6.09 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Vega Alta Municipio, Puerto Rico.
What percentage of Vega Alta Municipio, Puerto Rico residents are uninsured?
4.1% of residents in Vega Alta Municipio, Puerto Rico have no health insurance, about 1 in 24 people, 1.6 points below the Puerto Rico rate of 5.7%.
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