Healthcare in Independence, CA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
29.3%
6.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
23.4%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.6%
1.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
3.8pp 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
39.5%
Arthritis
30.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.5%
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
17.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.4%
Loneliness
33.6%
Lack of Support
25.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.2%
Mobility
17.7%
Cognitive
15.3%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
5.8%
Self-Care
4.6%
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
18.2 mi
Southern Inyo Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Inyo Hospital | 18.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Northern Inyo Hospital | 46.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Independence has an obesity rate of 29.3%, which is 6.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 23.4%, near the national average. About 6.8% of adults lack health insurance. 75.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services.