Healthcare in Desert Center, CA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.2%
7.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.9%
2.4pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
19.7%
7.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.6%
4.0pp 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
45.8%
Arthritis
40.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.0%
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
19.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.9%
Loneliness
35.3%
Lack of Support
26.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
49.8%
Mobility
30.3%
Cognitive
20.7%
Hearing
12.6%
Vision
10.5%
Self-Care
8.3%
Independent Living
15.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
1
With Emergency Services
0
Nearest Hospital
40.6 mi
Palo Verde Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Verde Hospital | 40.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
Desert Center has an obesity rate of 43.2%, which is 7.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.9%, 2.4pp above the national average. About 14.6% of adults lack health insurance. 76.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby.