Healthcare in San Diego, CA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
24.2%
11.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.2%
2.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.2%
2.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.5%
2.1pp 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
32.0%
Arthritis
17.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.7%
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
16.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.2%
Loneliness
36.6%
Lack of Support
28.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
25.6%
Mobility
10.6%
Cognitive
13.8%
Hearing
4.9%
Vision
4.8%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
7.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.3 mi
Nmc San Diego
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nmc San Diego | 1.3 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | — | ✓ |
| Uc San Diego Health Hillcrest - Hillcrest Med Ctr | 2.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Scripps Mercy Hospital | 2.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Sharp Coronado Hospital And Hlthcr Ctr | 2.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Paradise Valley Hospital | 5.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
San Diego has an obesity rate of 24.2%, which is 11.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.2%, 2.3pp below the national average. About 8.5% of adults lack health insurance. 72.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 4.0 out of 5.