Healthcare in La Junta Gardens, CO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
32.3%
3.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.9%
2.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.3%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.8%
1.2pp 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
38.5%
Arthritis
31.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.9%
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
14.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.9%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.5%
Mobility
14.5%
Cognitive
13.2%
Hearing
7.9%
Vision
5.2%
Self-Care
4.0%
Independent Living
7.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
1
With Emergency Services
1
Nearest Hospital
49.9 mi
Prowers Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prowers Medical Center | 49.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
La Junta Gardens has an obesity rate of 32.3%, which is 3.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.9%, 2.6pp below the national average. About 11.8% of adults lack health insurance. 75.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There is 1 hospital nearby. 1 offers emergency services.