Healthcare in Aspen, CO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
20.9%
15.2pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.6%
1.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
7.3%
4.6pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
3.7pp 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
31.3%
Arthritis
22.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
4.8%
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
14.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
22.5%
Mobility
8.2%
Cognitive
11.2%
Hearing
5.7%
Vision
3.1%
Self-Care
2.3%
Independent Living
5.2%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
5.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
9.4 mi
Aspen Valley Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Valley Hospital | 9.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| St Vincent General Hospital District | 29.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Valley View Hospital Association | 38.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| St Anthony Summit Medical Center | 41.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Vail Health Hospital | 41.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
Aspen has an obesity rate of 20.9%, which is 15.2pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.6%, 1.9pp below the national average. About 6.9% of adults lack health insurance. 71.7% 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 5.0 out of 5.