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 | Pierce County | Washington Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.5 | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.1% | 6.4% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Pierce County is 78.5 years, about 1.1 years shorter than the Washington average of 79.6 years.
The uninsured population in Pierce County is 6.1%, lower than the Washington average of 6.4%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Pierce County | Washington Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 8.6% | 10.1% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.0% | 7.2% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 5.0% | 6.9% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 33.1% | 32.6% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.1% | 15.4% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Pierce County is about 27% lower than in Washington. The rate of cancer in Pierce County is about 17% lower than in Washington.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Pierce County | Washington Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 15.8% | 16.4% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% | 16.2% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 20.4% | 20.3% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Pierce County are about the same as in Washington.
Air Quality
| Metric | Pierce County | Washington Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.00 | 5.25 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 5.0 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Pierce County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Pierce County, Washington has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Washington, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Pierce County, Washington.
What is the health grade for Pierce County, Washington?
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Is Pierce County, Washington one of the healthiest counties in Washington?
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What is the life expectancy in Pierce County, Washington?
The life expectancy in Pierce County, Washington is 78.5 years, lower than the Washington average of 79.6 years.
What percentage of Pierce County, Washington residents are uninsured?
6.1% of Pierce County, Washington residents are uninsured, lower than the Washington average of 6.4%.
What percentage of Pierce County, Washington residents are obese?
33.1% of Pierce County, Washington residents are classified as obese, higher than the Washington average of 32.6%.