Healthcare in South Tucson, AZ
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.0%
5.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.2%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
19.9%
8.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
31.6%
21.0pp 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
40.6%
Arthritis
27.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
21.0%
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
20.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.2%
Loneliness
36.5%
Lack of Support
32.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
49.9%
Mobility
26.2%
Cognitive
24.6%
Hearing
11.7%
Vision
15.5%
Self-Care
9.3%
Independent Living
14.6%
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
1.0 mi
Va S. Arizona Healthcare System
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Va S. Arizona Healthcare System | 1.0 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Banner-University Medical Center South Campus | 2.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Campus | 3.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| St Joseph'S Hospital | 5.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Tucson Medical Center | 6.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
South Tucson has an obesity rate of 42.0%, which is 5.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.2%, near the national average. About 31.6% of adults lack health insurance. 72.6% 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.