Healthcare in Emerson, AR
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
36.2%
near the national average
Depression Rate
24.2%
0.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.7%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.2%
near 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
33.5%
Arthritis
25.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.0%
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
19.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.2%
Loneliness
37.0%
Lack of Support
28.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.6%
Mobility
14.7%
Cognitive
18.6%
Hearing
6.3%
Vision
5.6%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
9.4%
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
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.9 mi
Magnolia Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Hospital | 8.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Springhill Medical Center | 18.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Claiborne Memorial Medical Center | 24.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Minden Medical Center | 29.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| South Arkansas Regional Hospital Llc | 33.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Emerson has an obesity rate of 36.2%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 24.2%, 0.7pp above the national average. About 10.2% of adults lack health insurance. 78.3% 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 2.3 out of 5.