Overall Health Rating
Healthier than 70% of states in US
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.
Healthiest and Least Healthy Counties in Wisconsin
- Dane County (105% of U.S. avg)
- Waukesha County (104% of U.S. avg)
- Ozaukee County (104% of U.S. avg)
- Menominee County (94% of U.S. avg)
- Clark County (99% of U.S. avg)
- Forest County (99% of U.S. avg)
Ranked by the Map AI Health Index, which combines life expectancy, disease rates, healthcare access, and physical environment.
General Health Overview
| Metric | Wisconsin | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Wisconsin is 79.6 years, about 1.3 years longer than the US average of 78.3 years.
The uninsured population in Wisconsin is 5.3%, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Wisconsin | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 9.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 7.3% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 6.7% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 34.9% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 13.2% | 16.3% |
The rate of self-rated poor health in Wisconsin is about 19% lower than in US.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Wisconsin | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 23.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 21.7% | 25.1% |
The rate of binge drinking in Wisconsin is about 43% higher than in US.
Air Quality
| Metric | Wisconsin | US Average |
|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 6.34 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 6.3 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Wisconsin is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Wisconsin has an overall health index grade of B, making it somewhat better than the country as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about health in Wisconsin.
What is the health grade for Wisconsin?
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Is Wisconsin one of the healthiest states in US?
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What is the life expectancy in Wisconsin?
The life expectancy in Wisconsin is 79.6 years, higher than the US average of 78.3 years.
What percentage of Wisconsin residents are uninsured?
5.3% of Wisconsin residents are uninsured, lower than the US average of 8.5%.
What percentage of Wisconsin residents are obese?
34.9% of Wisconsin residents are classified as obese, higher than the US average of 34.3%.