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 | Jones County | South Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 79.9 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 11.1% | 9.3% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Jones County is 11.1%, higher than the South Dakota average of 9.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Jones County | South Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.6% | 10.5% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.3% | 7.6% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.6% | 7.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 31.7% | 34.9% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 11.2% | 13.8% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Jones County is about 19% lower than in South Dakota.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Jones County | South Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 16.6% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% | 18.8% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 22.4% | 25.3% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Jones County is about 17% lower than in South Dakota.
Air Quality
| Metric | Jones County | South Dakota Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 3.92 | 4.61 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 3.9 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Jones County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Jones County, South Dakota.
What percentage of Jones County, South Dakota residents are uninsured?
11.1% of Jones County, South Dakota residents are uninsured, higher than the South Dakota average of 9.3%.
What percentage of Jones County, South Dakota residents are obese?
31.7% of Jones County, South Dakota residents are classified as obese, lower than the South Dakota average of 34.9%.