Healthcare in Derby, CT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
34.4%
1.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.0%
2.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.7%
1.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.5%
near 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
39.2%
Arthritis
25.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.1%
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
16.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.0%
Loneliness
34.4%
Lack of Support
25.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
27.1%
Mobility
12.4%
Cognitive
13.0%
Hearing
6.1%
Vision
5.1%
Self-Care
3.7%
Independent Living
7.4%
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
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Griffin Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Griffin Hospital | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| West Haven Va Medical Center | 7.1 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Bridgeport Hospital | 9.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System | 9.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| St Vincent'S Medical Center | 10.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Derby has an obesity rate of 34.4%, which is 1.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.0%, 2.5pp below the national average. About 10.5% of adults lack health insurance. 80.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.3 out of 5.