Healthcare in Benton, CA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
33.7%
2.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.7%
1.2pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.3%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.0%
4.6pp below 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
37.6%
Arthritis
28.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.4%
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
17.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.7%
Loneliness
32.3%
Lack of Support
23.3%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
32.5%
Mobility
16.6%
Cognitive
15.0%
Hearing
7.5%
Vision
5.7%
Self-Care
4.7%
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
2
With Emergency Services
2
Nearest Hospital
23.4 mi
Northern Inyo Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Inyo Hospital | 23.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mammoth Hospital | 27.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Benton has an obesity rate of 33.7%, which is 2.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.7%, 1.2pp above the national average. About 6.0% of adults lack health insurance. 74.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services.