Healthcare in Alexander City, AL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.3%
5.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.7%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.6%
5.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.6%
1.0pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Source: CDC PLACESAge-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
44.2%
Arthritis
36.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.5%
Health Risk Behaviors
Source: CDC PLACESPrevention & Screening
Source: CDC PLACESGreen bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Source: CDC PLACESFrequent Mental Distress
17.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.7%
Loneliness
36.5%
Lack of Support
26.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
41.6%
Mobility
21.2%
Cognitive
17.7%
Hearing
9.9%
Vision
7.5%
Self-Care
5.9%
Independent Living
11.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Russell Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Medical Center | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Lake Martin Community Hospital | 12.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Clay County Hospital | 21.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Community Hospital Inc | 25.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Elmore Community Hospital | 25.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Alexander City has an obesity rate of 41.3%, which is 5.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.7%, near the national average. About 11.6% of adults lack health insurance. 82.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.0 out of 5.