Healthcare in Blythe, CA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
44.3%
8.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.2%
1.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.7%
2.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
21.4%
10.8pp 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
22.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.4%
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
20.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.2%
Loneliness
39.0%
Lack of Support
33.1%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
42.6%
Mobility
19.5%
Cognitive
21.9%
Hearing
7.0%
Vision
9.9%
Self-Care
6.7%
Independent Living
12.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
3
With Emergency Services
2
Nearest Hospital
4.9 mi
Palo Verde Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Verde Hospital | 4.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
| Parker Indian Health Center | 27.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| La Paz Regional Hospital | 27.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Blythe has an obesity rate of 44.3%, which is 8.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.2%, 1.3pp below the national average. About 21.4% of adults lack health insurance. 66.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 3 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services.