Healthcare in Sylacauga, AL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
47.0%
10.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.9%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.6%
6.7pp 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
42.6%
Arthritis
34.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
24.1%
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
18.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.9%
Loneliness
36.2%
Lack of Support
26.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
42.5%
Mobility
21.9%
Cognitive
19.2%
Hearing
9.8%
Vision
8.2%
Self-Care
6.5%
Independent Living
12.9%
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
2.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.8 mi
Coosa Valley Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coosa Valley Medical Center | 1.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Citizens Baptist Medical Center | 15.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Clay County Hospital | 24.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Russell Medical Center | 27.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Shelby Baptist Medical Center | 29.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Sylacauga has an obesity rate of 47.0%, which is 10.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.9%, near the national average. About 11.6% of adults lack health insurance. 82.1% 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 2.7 out of 5.