Healthcare in Ridgecrest Heights, CA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
34.9%
1.2pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.5%
1.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.3%
2.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.2%
1.4pp 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
38.8%
Arthritis
30.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.6%
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
18.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.5%
Loneliness
32.5%
Lack of Support
24.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
37.4%
Mobility
20.0%
Cognitive
16.2%
Hearing
8.7%
Vision
6.6%
Self-Care
5.3%
Independent Living
10.2%
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
1.8 mi
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgecrest Regional Hospital | 1.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Kern Valley Healthcare District | 42.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Ridgecrest Heights has an obesity rate of 34.9%, which is 1.2pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.5%, 1.0pp above the national average. About 9.2% of adults lack health insurance. 76.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services.