Healthcare in Metlakatla, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.4%
4.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.1%
2.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.6%
2.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.0%
1.4pp 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
33.3%
Arthritis
27.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
21.1%
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
19.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.1%
Loneliness
36.3%
Lack of Support
31.4%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.9%
Mobility
18.8%
Cognitive
18.7%
Hearing
11.1%
Vision
8.4%
Self-Care
5.4%
Independent Living
11.6%
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
38.6 mi
Peacehealth Ketchikan Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peacehealth Ketchikan Medical Center | 38.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Metlakatla has an obesity rate of 40.4%, which is 4.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.1%, 2.4pp below the national average. About 12.0% of adults lack health insurance. 68.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.