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 | Richardson | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 81.7 | 78.0 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 12.7% | 17.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Richardson is 81.7 years, about 3.7 years longer than the Texas average of 78.0 years.
The uninsured population in Richardson is 12.7%, lower than the Texas average of 17.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Richardson | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.0% | 13.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 5.8% | 6.5% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 4.9% | 7.8% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 28.4% | 37.6% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 11.4% | 21.1% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Richardson is about 46% lower than in Texas. The rate of heart disease in Richardson is about 38% lower than in Texas. The rate of diabetes in Richardson is about 35% lower than in Texas.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Richardson | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 12.4% | 19.9% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% | 17.3% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 19.5% | 29.2% | 25.1% |
The rate of smoking in Richardson is about 38% lower than in Texas. The rate of sedentary lifestyle in Richardson is about 33% lower than in Texas.
Air Quality
| Metric | Richardson | Texas Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 8.18 | 6.84 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 8.2 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Richardson is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Richardson, Texas has an overall health index grade of B, making it far better than Texas, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Richardson, Texas.
What is the health grade for Richardson, Texas?
%s has a Map AI Health Index grade of %s, based on life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and the physical environment; Richardson, Texas.
What is the life expectancy in Richardson, Texas?
The life expectancy in Richardson, Texas is 81.7 years, higher than the Texas average of 78.0 years.
What percentage of Richardson, Texas residents are uninsured?
12.7% of Richardson, Texas residents are uninsured, lower than the Texas average of 17.4%.
What percentage of Richardson, Texas residents are obese?
28.4% of Richardson, Texas residents are classified as obese, lower than the Texas average of 37.6%.