Eau Claire, PA is a small town in Pennsylvania that is known for its relaxed atmosphere and scenic views. With a population of just over 2,000 people, the area provides plenty of opportunity for outdoor recreation, making it an ideal spot to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The health of the local community is important for its residents, as well as visitors to the area. As such, there are several local hospitals and medical facilities available to serve the needs of Eau Claire's citizens. Whether it’s urgent care or specialized treatments from experts in their field, local healthcare providers ensure that everyone in town can receive quality care when needed. Additionally, there are many resources available throughout the town to support mental and physical health maintenance. From yoga classes to cycling clubs, Eau Claire has plenty of options for staying healthy both inside and out!
The health of a city has many different factors. It can refer to air quality, water quality, risk of getting respiratory disease or cancer. The people you live around can also affect your health as some places have lower or higher rates of physical activity, increased alcohol intake, smoking, obesity, and cancer rates.
Physicians per Capita
There are 132 physicians per 100,000 population in Eau Claire. The US average is 210 per 100,000 people.
Health Cost Index
The annual BestPlaces Health Cost Index for the Eau Claire area is 88.1 (lower=better). The US average is 100.
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Example: 110 = 10% more expensive than national average.
Water Qualtiy Index
The annual BestPlaces Water Quality Index for the Eau Claire area is 60 (100=best). The US average is 55.
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Note that this is a measure of Watershed quality, not the water that comes from your faucet. The EPA has stated that a healthy watershed is closely related to drinking water quality. The EPA has a complex method of measuring watershed quality using 15 indicators such as pH, chemicals, metals, and bacteria.
Superfund Index
The annual BestPlaces Superfund Index for the Eau Claire area is 82 (100=best). The US average is 87.
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The EPA's Superfund program is responsible for cleaning up some of our nation's most contaminated land. Our index is based on the number of active Superfund sites (over 15,000 in the United States), with particular attention paid to those on the National Priorities List which pose the greatest health danger.
Quick Facts
Commuting can effect your health. The average person in Eau Claire commutes 26.8 minutes one-way, which is longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
Air Quality Index
The annual BestPlaces Air Quality Index for the Eau Claire area is 81 (100=best). The US average is 58.
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This is based on new measures of hazardous air pollutants from the EPA, called the National Air Toxics Assessment. This analysis models respiratory illness and cancer risk down to the zip code level, providing better detail and insight than the previous analysis based solely on results from air monitoring stations.