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 | Kent County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 78.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 3.9% | 17.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in Kent County is 3.9%, lower than the Texas average of 17.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Kent County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 13.2% | 13.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 9.4% | 6.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 9.3% | 7.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 33.2% | 37.6% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 17.7% | 21.1% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Kent County is about 44% higher than in Texas. The rate of heart disease in Kent County is about 19% higher than in Texas. The rate of self-rated poor health in Kent County is about 16% lower than in Texas.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Kent County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 16.4% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% | 17.3% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 25.6% | 29.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Kent County is about 18% lower than in Texas.
Air Quality
| Metric | Kent County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.48 | 6.84 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 5.5 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Kent County is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Kent County, Texas.
What percentage of Kent County, Texas residents are uninsured?
3.9% of Kent County, Texas residents are uninsured, lower than the Texas average of 17.4%.
What percentage of Kent County, Texas residents are obese?
33.2% of Kent County, Texas residents are classified as obese, lower than the Texas average of 37.6%.