Overall Health Rating
Less healthy than 75% 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 | Rusk County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Expectancy (years) | 82.1 | 79.6 | 78.3 |
| Uninsured Population (%) | 6.4% | 5.3% | 8.5% |
Life expectancy in Rusk County is 82.1 years, about 2.5 years longer than the Wisconsin average of 79.6 years.
The uninsured population in Rusk County is 6.4%, higher than the Wisconsin average of 5.3%.
Disease Prevalence
| Disease / Condition | Rusk County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes | 11.9% | 9.9% | 11.3% |
| Cancer | 8.2% | 7.3% | 6.9% |
| Heart Diseases | 8.2% | 6.7% | 7.1% |
| Adult Obesity | 36.7% | 34.9% | 34.3% |
| Self-Rated Poor Health | 15.7% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
The rate of heart disease in Rusk County is about 23% higher than in Wisconsin. The rate of diabetes in Rusk County is about 21% higher than in Wisconsin. The rate of self-rated poor health in Rusk County is about 19% higher than in Wisconsin.
Health Behaviors
| Behavior | Rusk County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokers | 20.3% | 18.5% | 19.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% | 23.6% | 16.5% |
| Sedentary Lifestyle | 24.1% | 21.7% | 25.1% |
On average, health behaviors in Rusk County are about the same as in Wisconsin.
Air Quality
| Metric | Rusk County | Wisconsin Avg | US Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pollution (μg/m³) | 5.53 | 6.34 | 6.09 |
With an annual average of 5.5 µg/m³ of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), air quality in Rusk County is good — generally safe air quality for the vast majority of residents.
Conclusion
Considering all these factors, Rusk 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 Rusk County, Wisconsin.
What is the health grade for Rusk County, Wisconsin?
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Is Rusk County, Wisconsin one of the healthiest counties in Wisconsin?
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What is the life expectancy in Rusk County, Wisconsin?
The life expectancy in Rusk County, Wisconsin is 82.1 years, higher than the Wisconsin average of 79.6 years.
What percentage of Rusk County, Wisconsin residents are uninsured?
6.4% of Rusk County, Wisconsin residents are uninsured, higher than the Wisconsin average of 5.3%.
What percentage of Rusk County, Wisconsin residents are obese?
36.7% of Rusk County, Wisconsin residents are classified as obese, higher than the Wisconsin average of 34.9%.