Vegetated land cover near residence is associated with reduced allostatic load and improved biomarkers of neuroendocrine, metabolic and immune functions

•Greater vegetated land cover near residence is linked with reduced allostatic load.•Greater vegetated land cover is linked with healthier levels of stress biomarkers.•Greater vegetated land cover is linked with reduced odds of previous depression.•Psychological relaxation and stress relief are likely pathways to improved health.