Overall Health Rating
Less healthy than 70% of counties in Wisconsin
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 | Iron County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 80.1 | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 5.9% | 5.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Iron County is 80.1 years, about 0.5 years longer than the Wisconsin average of 79.6 years.
The uninsured population in Iron County is 5.9%, higher than the Wisconsin average of 5.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Iron County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 12.1% | 9.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 9.2% | 7.3% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 8.9% | 6.7% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 34.8% | 34.9% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 15.0% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Iron County is about 32% higher than in Wisconsin. The rate of cancer in Iron County is about 27% higher than in Wisconsin. The rate of diabetes in Iron County is about 23% higher than in Wisconsin.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Iron County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 18.1% | 18.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.2% | 23.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 23.2% | 21.7% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Iron County are about the same as in Wisconsin.
Air Quality
| Metric | Iron County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 4.72 | 6.34 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 4.7 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Iron County is very good — well within WHO health guidelines, with minimal health risk from air pollution.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Iron 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 Iron County, Wisconsin.
What is the health grade for Iron County, Wisconsin?
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Is Iron County, Wisconsin one of the healthiest counties in Wisconsin?
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What is the life expectancy in Iron County, Wisconsin?
The life expectancy in Iron County, Wisconsin is 80.1 years, higher than the Wisconsin average of 79.6 years.
What percentage of Iron County, Wisconsin residents are uninsured?
5.9% of Iron County, Wisconsin residents are uninsured, higher than the Wisconsin average of 5.3%.
What percentage of Iron County, Wisconsin residents are obese?
34.8% of Iron County, Wisconsin residents are classified as obese, lower than the Wisconsin average of 34.9%.