Healthcare in Walsenburg, CO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
30.7%
5.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.2%
2.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.9%
4.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
20.5%
9.9pp 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
38.9%
Arthritis
30.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.8%
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
16.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.2%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.6%
Mobility
20.0%
Cognitive
18.2%
Hearing
10.3%
Vision
8.8%
Self-Care
6.0%
Independent Living
10.6%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.9 mi
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center | 5.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| St Mary Corwin Med Ctr, Centura Health | 28.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Mt San Rafael Hospital | 36.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Parkview Medical Center, Inc | 45.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Colorado Mental Health Hospital In Pueblo | 45.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | ✓ |
Walsenburg has an obesity rate of 30.7%, which is 5.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.2%, 2.3pp below the national average. About 20.5% of adults lack health insurance. 72.8% 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 2.5 out of 5.