Healthcare in Sanford, CO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
29.8%
6.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
22.6%
0.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.3%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.9%
4.3pp 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
34.8%
Arthritis
27.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.6%
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
16.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
33.3%
Mobility
15.1%
Cognitive
16.1%
Hearing
8.4%
Vision
6.4%
Self-Care
4.5%
Independent Living
8.7%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
3
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
14.6 mi
San Luis Valley Health Conejos County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Luis Valley Health Conejos County Hospital | 14.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
| San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center | 14.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Rio Grande Hospital | 42.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
Sanford has an obesity rate of 29.8%, which is 6.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 22.6%, 0.9pp below the national average. About 14.9% of adults lack health insurance. 72.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 3 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.0 out of 5.