Healthcare in Kake, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.5%
5.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.3%
3.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.7%
3.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.9%
1.3pp 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
34.3%
Arthritis
29.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
26.9%
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
18.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.3%
Loneliness
34.5%
Lack of Support
30.1%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
41.0%
Mobility
20.1%
Cognitive
18.1%
Hearing
12.8%
Vision
9.1%
Self-Care
5.7%
Independent Living
11.9%
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
28.6 mi
Petersburg Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petersburg Medical Center | 28.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Kake has an obesity rate of 41.5%, which is 5.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.3%, 3.2pp below the national average. About 11.9% of adults lack health insurance. 69.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.