Healthcare in Big Lake, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.3%
3.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.6%
1.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.5%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.2%
near 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
40.1%
Arthritis
31.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.6%
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
16.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.6%
Loneliness
31.6%
Lack of Support
24.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.9%
Mobility
15.6%
Cognitive
15.3%
Hearing
9.9%
Vision
5.3%
Self-Care
4.3%
Independent Living
8.9%
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
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
22.3 mi
Providence Alaska Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Alaska Medical Center | 22.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Alaska Regional Hospital | 22.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Alaska Native Medical Center | 22.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| North Star Hospital | 22.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | ✓ |
| Alaska Psychiatric Institute | 22.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Big Lake has an obesity rate of 39.3%, which is 3.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.6%, 1.9pp below the national average. About 10.2% of adults lack health insurance. 73.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.7 out of 5.