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 | Bayfield County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 80.9 | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.9% | 5.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Bayfield County is 80.9 years, about 1.3 years longer than the Wisconsin average of 79.6 years.
The uninsured population in Bayfield County is 5.9%, higher than the Wisconsin average of 5.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Bayfield County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.1% | 9.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.5% | 7.3% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.8% | 6.7% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 33.4% | 34.9% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.4% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
The rate of cancer in Bayfield County is about 17% higher than in Wisconsin. The rate of heart disease in Bayfield County is about 16% higher than in Wisconsin.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Bayfield County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 17.1% | 18.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% | 23.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 19.8% | 21.7% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Bayfield County are about the same as in Wisconsin.
Air Quality
| Metric | Bayfield County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.67 | 6.34 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.7 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Bayfield County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Bayfield County, Wisconsin has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than Wisconsin, and somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Bayfield County, Wisconsin.
What is the health grade for Bayfield County, Wisconsin?
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Is Bayfield County, Wisconsin one of the healthiest counties in Wisconsin?
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What is the life expectancy in Bayfield County, Wisconsin?
The life expectancy in Bayfield County, Wisconsin is 80.9 years, higher than the Wisconsin average of 79.6 years.
What percentage of Bayfield County, Wisconsin residents are uninsured?
5.9% of Bayfield County, Wisconsin residents are uninsured, higher than the Wisconsin average of 5.3%.
What percentage of Bayfield County, Wisconsin residents are obese?
33.4% of Bayfield County, Wisconsin residents are classified as obese, lower than the Wisconsin average of 34.9%.