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 | Florence County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 79.8 | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.7% | 5.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Florence County is 79.8 years, about 0.1 years longer than the Wisconsin average of 79.6 years.
The uninsured population in Florence County is 6.7%, higher than the Wisconsin average of 5.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Florence County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.0% | 9.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.2% | 7.3% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 7.6% | 6.7% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.0% | 34.9% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.7% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
On average, diseases in Florence County are about the same as in Wisconsin.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Florence County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.6% | 18.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% | 23.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 22.8% | 21.7% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Florence County are about the same as in Wisconsin.
Air Quality
| Metric | Florence County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.89 | 6.34 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.9 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Florence County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Florence 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 Florence County, Wisconsin.
What is the health grade for Florence County, Wisconsin?
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Is Florence County, Wisconsin one of the healthiest counties in Wisconsin?
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What is the life expectancy in Florence County, Wisconsin?
The life expectancy in Florence County, Wisconsin is 79.8 years, higher than the Wisconsin average of 79.6 years.
What percentage of Florence County, Wisconsin residents are uninsured?
6.7% of Florence County, Wisconsin residents are uninsured, higher than the Wisconsin average of 5.3%.
What percentage of Florence County, Wisconsin residents are obese?
36.0% of Florence County, Wisconsin residents are classified as obese, higher than the Wisconsin average of 34.9%.