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 | Douglas County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 78.2 | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 4.7% | 5.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Douglas County is 78.2 years, about 1.5 years shorter than the Wisconsin average of 79.6 years.
The uninsured population in Douglas County is 4.7%, lower than the Wisconsin average of 5.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Douglas County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.1% | 9.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 6.6% | 7.3% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.2% | 6.7% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 33.5% | 34.9% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 12.7% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Douglas County are about the same as in Wisconsin.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Douglas County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.8% | 18.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 25.3% | 23.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 20.5% | 21.7% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Douglas County are about the same as in Wisconsin.
Air Quality
| Metric | Douglas County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.64 | 6.34 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.6 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Douglas County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Douglas 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 Douglas County, Wisconsin.
What is the health grade for Douglas County, Wisconsin?
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Is Douglas County, Wisconsin one of the healthiest counties in Wisconsin?
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What is the life expectancy in Douglas County, Wisconsin?
The life expectancy in Douglas County, Wisconsin is 78.2 years, lower than the Wisconsin average of 79.6 years.
What percentage of Douglas County, Wisconsin residents are uninsured?
4.7% of Douglas County, Wisconsin residents are uninsured, lower than the Wisconsin average of 5.3%.
What percentage of Douglas County, Wisconsin residents are obese?
33.5% of Douglas County, Wisconsin residents are classified as obese, lower than the Wisconsin average of 34.9%.