Healthcare in Jackson, AL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.3%
7.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.1%
1.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.3%
6.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.1%
0.5pp below 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
42.5%
Arthritis
35.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.8%
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
17.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.1%
Loneliness
37.6%
Lack of Support
28.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
42.2%
Mobility
21.5%
Cognitive
16.9%
Hearing
9.4%
Vision
7.4%
Self-Care
5.8%
Independent Living
11.6%
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
Nearest Hospital
3.2 mi
Jackson Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Medical Center | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Grove Hill Memorial Hospital | 11.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Washington County Hospital | 22.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Monroe County Hospital | 34.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Atmore Community Hospital | 35.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Jackson has an obesity rate of 43.3%, which is 7.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.1%, 1.4pp below the national average. About 10.1% of adults lack health insurance. 83.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.