Healthcare in White Mountain, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.5%
7.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.0%
2.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.5%
6.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.4%
4.8pp 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
35.5%
Arthritis
27.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
37.9%
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
21.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.0%
Loneliness
35.9%
Lack of Support
33.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
46.6%
Mobility
23.5%
Cognitive
23.1%
Hearing
13.6%
Vision
13.0%
Self-Care
7.9%
Independent Living
15.9%
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
36.9 mi
Norton Sound Regional Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norton Sound Regional Hospital | 36.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
White Mountain has an obesity rate of 43.5%, which is 7.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.0%, 2.5pp below the national average. About 15.4% of adults lack health insurance. 65.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.