Healthcare in Seldovia, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.6%
0.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.7%
3.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.3%
3.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.5%
0.9pp 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
44.7%
Arthritis
36.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.5%
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
15.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.7%
Loneliness
30.8%
Lack of Support
22.4%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.8%
Mobility
20.9%
Cognitive
14.9%
Hearing
13.5%
Vision
7.4%
Self-Care
5.9%
Independent Living
10.3%
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
19.6 mi
South Peninsula Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Peninsula Hospital | 19.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Seldovia has an obesity rate of 36.6%, which is 0.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.7%, 3.8pp below the national average. About 11.5% of adults lack health insurance. 70.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.