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 | Hanson County | South Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 79.9 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 8.7% | 9.3% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Hanson County is 8.7%, lower than the South Dakota average of 9.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Hanson County | South Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 8.2% | 10.5% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.0% | 7.6% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.3% | 7.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 33.8% | 34.9% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 10.2% | 13.8% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Hanson County is about 26% lower than in South Dakota. The rate of diabetes in Hanson County is about 22% lower than in South Dakota. The rate of heart disease in Hanson County is about 19% lower than in South Dakota.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Hanson County | South Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.7% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% | 18.8% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 21.5% | 25.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Hanson County are about the same as in South Dakota.
Air Quality
| Metric | Hanson County | South Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.09 | 4.61 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 5.1 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Hanson County is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Hanson County, South Dakota.
What percentage of Hanson County, South Dakota residents are uninsured?
8.7% of Hanson County, South Dakota residents are uninsured, lower than the South Dakota average of 9.3%.
What percentage of Hanson County, South Dakota residents are obese?
33.8% of Hanson County, South Dakota residents are classified as obese, lower than the South Dakota average of 34.9%.