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 | King County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | — | 78.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 3.7% | 17.4% | 8.5% |
The uninsured population in King County is 3.7%, lower than the Texas average of 17.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | King County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 12.9% | 13.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.7% | 6.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.9% | 7.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.9% | 37.6% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 20.4% | 21.1% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in King County are about the same as in Texas.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | King County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 23.0% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% | 17.3% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 27.8% | 29.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in King County is about 15% higher than in Texas.
Air Quality
| Metric | King County | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.63 | 6.84 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 5.6 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in King County is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in King County, Texas.
What percentage of King County, Texas residents are uninsured?
3.7% of King County, Texas residents are uninsured, lower than the Texas average of 17.4%.
What percentage of King County, Texas residents are obese?
36.9% of King County, Texas residents are classified as obese, lower than the Texas average of 37.6%.