Healthcare in Akiak, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.8%
5.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.3%
1.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.2%
3.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.6%
8.0pp 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
31.5%
Arthritis
24.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
47.3%
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
24.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.3%
Loneliness
39.0%
Lack of Support
38.3%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
48.2%
Mobility
22.9%
Cognitive
26.2%
Hearing
13.0%
Vision
13.8%
Self-Care
7.8%
Independent Living
18.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
1
With Emergency Services
1
Nearest Hospital
24.1 mi
Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital | 24.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Akiak has an obesity rate of 41.8%, which is 5.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.3%, 1.2pp below the national average. About 18.6% of adults lack health insurance. 62.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.