Healthcare in Bethel, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
33.7%
2.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.8%
3.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.6%
2.3pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.8%
1.2pp 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
29.8%
Arthritis
19.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.2%
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
19.8%
Loneliness
36.0%
Lack of Support
33.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
32.8%
Mobility
12.9%
Cognitive
17.7%
Hearing
8.1%
Vision
6.4%
Self-Care
3.9%
Independent Living
9.8%
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
2.9 mi
Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon Kuskokwim Delta Reg Hospital | 2.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Bethel has an obesity rate of 33.7%, which is 2.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.8%, 3.7pp below the national average. About 11.8% of adults lack health insurance. 63.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.