Healthcare in East Haven, CT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
33.2%
2.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.0%
2.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.5%
1.4pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.8%
0.8pp 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
40.1%
Arthritis
27.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.0%
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
16.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.0%
Loneliness
34.1%
Lack of Support
25.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
27.3%
Mobility
12.6%
Cognitive
12.6%
Hearing
6.6%
Vision
4.7%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
7.2%
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
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.7 mi
West Haven Va Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Haven Va Medical Center | 5.7 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Griffin Hospital | 11.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Bridgeport Hospital | 16.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System | 16.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Midstate Medical Center | 17.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
East Haven has an obesity rate of 33.2%, which is 2.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.0%, 2.5pp below the national average. About 9.8% of adults lack health insurance. 80.2% 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 3.5 out of 5.