Healthcare in Salem, AR
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.5%
3.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.8%
4.3pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.6%
3.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.2%
0.6pp 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
41.3%
Arthritis
35.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
32.8%
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
27.8%
Loneliness
33.7%
Lack of Support
25.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
44.7%
Mobility
23.1%
Cognitive
21.0%
Hearing
11.8%
Vision
7.9%
Self-Care
6.1%
Independent Living
13.0%
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
1.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.4 mi
Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital | 2.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ozarks Healthcare | 22.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Izard Regional Hospital Llc | 25.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Baxter Regional Medical Center | 31.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Stone County Medical Center | 39.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Salem has an obesity rate of 39.5%, which is 3.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.8%, 4.3pp above the national average. About 11.2% of adults lack health insurance. 79.8% 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 1.5 out of 5.