Healthcare in Houston, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.2%
6.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.5%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.0%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.1%
0.5pp 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
38.9%
Arthritis
31.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.7%
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
17.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.5%
Loneliness
32.2%
Lack of Support
25.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.3%
Mobility
16.9%
Cognitive
17.6%
Hearing
9.9%
Vision
6.3%
Self-Care
5.2%
Independent Living
10.4%
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
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
26.9 mi
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mat-Su Regional Medical Center | 26.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Providence Alaska Medical Center | 28.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Alaska Regional Hospital | 28.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Alaska Native Medical Center | 28.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| North Star Hospital | 28.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | ✓ |
Houston has an obesity rate of 42.2%, which is 6.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.5%, near the national average. About 11.1% of adults lack health insurance. 71.4% 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 2.8 out of 5.